Jacobite Movement - Hardcover

The Jacobite Movement by Charles Petrie is a historical account of the Jacobite rebellions in Scotland and England during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political and social context that led to the rise of the Jacobite cause, as well as the key figures and events that shaped the movement. Petrie delves into the complex relationships between the various factions involved in the conflict, including the Jacobites, the Hanoverians, and the Scottish clans. He also examines the impact of the Jacobite rebellions on British history, including the development of the modern British state and the emergence of Scottish nationalism. The book is a comprehensive and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of Scotland and the Jacobite cause.1932. The outcome of ten years of research, this book is an attempt to tell the story of Jacobitism as a definite political movement, not as a romance. It is based on original authorities and the author hopes it will help to make several events in British history clear. Contents: background of the restoration; restored monarchy 1660-1688; birth of Jacobitism 1688-1701; plot and counter-plot 1701-1714; fifteen and after 1714-1719; hope and despair 1719-1740; forty-five 1740-1746; Jacobitism underground 1746-1766; the last Stuarts 1766-1807; the aftermath.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.