A New History of Aberdeenshire, Part 1 (1875)

A New History of Aberdeenshire, Part 1, written by Alexander Smith and first published in 1875, is a comprehensive historical account of the Scottish county of Aberdeenshire. The book provides a detailed overview of the area's history, from prehistoric times to the mid-19th century, covering topics such as the Picts, the Norsemen, the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Reformation, and the Jacobite uprisings. The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different period or topic, and includes numerous maps, illustrations, and genealogical tables. Smith's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, A New History of Aberdeenshire, Part 1 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, or British history more broadly. It provides a wealth of information and insights into the area's rich and complex past, and remains a seminal work in the field of Scottish history.In Two Parts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.