George W. T. Omond

Fletcher of Saltoun (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"e;Fletcher of Saltoun"e; is an ancient historical biograpgy book written by George W. T. Omond. This political biography delves into the life and legacy of Fletcher of Saltoun, a key figure in the Scottish Enlightenment and a staunch advocate for Scottish nationalism and independence. Through meticulous research and rich narrative, Omond paints a vivid portrait of Fletcher's contributions as a Scottish statesman and patriot, shedding light on his political philosophy and role in the Scottish independence movement. As one of George W. T. Omond's notable books, 'Fletcher of Saltoun' stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of this Scottish historical figure. It offers readers an insightful glimpse into the political landscape of 17th century Scotland, exploring the complexities of Scottish parliamentarianism and the ideals of Scottish nationalism championed by Fletcher. With its blend of historical biography and political philosophy, Omond's work serves as a valuable resource for understanding the cultural and political dynamics that shaped Scotland's history, making it essential reading for anyone interested in Scottish historical figures and the Scottish independence movement."e;

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 94
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. März 2024
• ISBN-13: 9789361429163
• Artikelnr.: 72388678

Autorenporträt

George William Thomson Omond MA FRHistS was a Scottish advocate and prolific historian. He was born on September 13, 1846 at Craigentor, near Crieff, Perthshire. His mother was Margaret Jane Thomson, and his father was the Rev. John Reid Omond (1804-1892), an Orkney native and Free Church of Scotland priest in the parish of Monzie, Perthshire. George attended Edinburgh Academy and the University of Edinburgh, graduating in 1868 with first class honours in classics and second class in philosophy. He was a member of the Royal Historical Society and was named Chevalier de l'Ordre de la Couronne (Belgium) for his writings about the country. He was born on September 13, 1846 at Craigentor, near Crieff, Perthshire. His mother was Margaret Jane Thomson, and his father was the Rev. John Reid Omond (1804-1892), an Orkney native and Free Church of Scotland priest in the parish of Monzie, Perthshire. George attended Edinburgh Academy and the University of Edinburgh, graduating in 1868 with first class honours in classics and second class in philosophy. He was a member of the Royal Historical Society and was named Chevalier de l'Ordre de la Couronne (Belgium) for his writings about the country. In Edinburgh, he lived at 32 Royal Circus in New Town. He died on June 18, 1929.