Memoirs By James Burns
Bailie Of The City Of Glasgow, 1644-1661 (1832)
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Memoirs by James Burns is a historical account of the life and times of James Burns, who served as the Bailie of the City of Glasgow from 1644 to 1661. The book was originally published in 1832 and provides readers with an insight into the political and social landscape of Glasgow during the 17th century.The memoirs cover a range of topics, including the role of the Bailie in the administration of justice and the management of the city's affairs. Burns also discusses his relationships with other notable figures of the time, including the Archbishop of Glasgow and the Earl of Argyll.Throughout ...
Memoirs by James Burns is a historical account of the life and times of James Burns, who served as the Bailie of the City of Glasgow from 1644 to 1661. The book was originally published in 1832 and provides readers with an insight into the political and social landscape of Glasgow during the 17th century.The memoirs cover a range of topics, including the role of the Bailie in the administration of justice and the management of the city's affairs. Burns also discusses his relationships with other notable figures of the time, including the Archbishop of Glasgow and the Earl of Argyll.Throughout the book, Burns provides vivid descriptions of the events and people he encountered during his time as Bailie. He discusses the impact of the English Civil War on Glasgow, as well as the city's response to the outbreak of the plague in 1645.Memoirs by James Burns is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Glasgow or the political and social history of Scotland during the 17th century. The book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by those who held positions of power and influence during this period.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.
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