Historical Notices Of St. Anthony's Monastery, Leith

""Historical Notices of St. Anthony's Monastery, Leith: And Rehearsal of Events Which Occurred in the North of Scotland from 1635 to 1645"" is a book written by Charles Rogers and published in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of St. Anthony's Monastery in Leith, Scotland, and the events that took place in the North of Scotland during the period between 1635 and 1645. The book begins with an introduction to St. Anthony's Monastery, which was founded in the 15th century and became an important religious institution in Scotland. Rogers then goes on to describe the monastery's history, including its involvement in the Scottish Reformation and its subsequent decline. The second half of the book focuses on the events that occurred in the North of Scotland during the 1630s and 1640s. Rogers provides detailed accounts of the conflicts between the Royalists and the Covenanters, as well as the impact of the English Civil War on Scotland. He also discusses the role of St. Anthony's Monastery in these events, including its support for the Covenanters and its involvement in the Siege of Leith. Overall, ""Historical Notices of St. Anthony's Monastery, Leith"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scotland, particularly during the tumultuous period of the 17th century. Rogers' thorough research and detailed descriptions provide a fascinating insight into the religious, political, and social events of the time.In Relation To The National Covenant.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.