John Galt
Ringan Gilhaize
- ISBN 13:
- 9780862415525
- author:
- John Galt
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Canongate Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 12.95 x 3.56 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Ringan Gilhaize, Or, The Covenanters is an autobiography that spans three generations and explores Scotland's turbulent years. Written by John Galt, this unique work delves into the harsh realities of the egalitarian Scottish Presbyterian spirit and the bitter religious and political conflicts that led to the battle of Killiecrankie in 1689. Through a compelling psychological portrait, Galt examines how idealism can turn to fanaticism, offering a gripping insight into the complexities of human nature. This is a folk history of enormous scope, one that sheds light on the events and individuals that shaped Scotland's past. Galt's writing showcases his mastery of storytelling, as he weaves together a narrative that is both deeply personal and historically significant.