Passages From The Diary Of General Patrick Gordon Of Auchleuchries, 1635-1699 (1859) - Hardcover

""Passages From The Diary Of General Patrick Gordon Of Auchleuchries, 1635-1699"" is a historical book written by Patrick Gordon, a Scottish general who served in the Russian army under Tsar Peter the Great. The book is a collection of diary entries that Gordon wrote throughout his life, beginning in 1635 and ending in 1699. The entries cover a wide range of topics, including Gordon's military campaigns, his personal life, and his observations on the political and cultural climate of the time. The book provides valuable insights into the life of a soldier during the 17th century, as well as the larger historical context of the period. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in military history or the history of Scotland and Russia. The book was first published in 1859 and has since become a classic of historical literature.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.