Alexander Falconer Murison
William Wallace : Guardian of Scotland
- ISBN 13:
- 9780486431826
- author:
- Alexander Falconer Murison
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Dover Publications Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 4.56 (w) x 9.30 (h) x 0.36 (d)
- Genre:
- General & Miscellaneous Scottish History, Ancient & Medieval Scottish History, Scottish Wars of Independence, 1286-1371, Scotland - Historical Biography, Guerrillas - Biography, Nationalists - Political Biography, Revolutionaries - Biography, Nationa
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
William Wallace: Guardian of Scotland The assassination of Scotland's King Alexander III in 1286 marked the beginning of a tumultuous period in Scottish history. The English, seeking to assert their dominance, attempted to install their own claimant on the Scottish throne. However, this move was met with resistance from the Scots, who saw an opportunity to place one of their own at the head of government. William Wallace, a young warrior from the late 13th century, emerged as the leader of this movement. Wallace's life was marked by bravery and defiance, as he spearheaded guerrilla warfare against the English. He was eventually designated as the "Guardian of Scotland," a title that reflected his status as a champion of Scottish independence. This book provides a vivid account of Wallace's life, from his early years to his ultimate betrayal and execution. A study of this pivotal figure in Scottish history, Wallace's story will be of interest to those seeking to understand the complexities of the period.
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