Publisher's Synopsis
""A Jacobite Stronghold of the Church: Being the Story of Old St. Paul's, Edinburgh"" is a historical book written by Mary E. Ingram in 1907. The book tells the story of Old St. Paul's, a church located in Edinburgh, Scotland, which was known as a stronghold of the Jacobite movement. The Jacobites were supporters of the exiled Stuart dynasty, who sought to regain the British throne. The book explores the history of the church, its architecture, and its significance to the Jacobite cause. It also delves into the lives of the people who attended the church and the role it played in the community. The author provides a detailed account of the political and religious climate of the time, which helps to contextualize the story of Old St. Paul's.Overall, ""A Jacobite Stronghold of the Church"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Scottish history, architecture, or the Jacobite movement. It provides a unique perspective on the role of religion in politics and the impact of political upheaval on local communities.Its Origin On The Disestablishment Of Episcopacy In Scotland 1689, Through Jacobite Years Onward To The Oxford Movement; And Its Relation To The Scottish Consecration In 1784 Of The First Bishop Of The American Church.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.
