The Covenanters, Vol. 1 of 2: A History of the Church in Scotland From the Reformation to the Revolution (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore a pivotal era in Scottish history and its enduring faith-and-faction clashes. This corrected edition presents the first volume of a wide-ranging history of the Covenanters, tracing the struggle from the Reformation to the Revolution.
From the beginnings of the movement to the long arc of religious and political conflict, this volume offers clear, grounded narrative, backed by archival research and careful analysis. Readers will encounter the people, principles, and pivotal events that shaped Scotland’s church and nation.
- A concise, readable account of key moments from 1540 to 1690
- Profiles of major figures and the ideals behind the Covenant movement
- Discussion of sources, debates among historians, and the evolution of interpretation
- Contextual details drawn from newly studied documents and preserved records
Ideal for readers of Scottish history, religious history, and use as a solid reference for understanding how the Covenanters influenced the country’s church and politics.
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