The Complaynt Of Scotlande Wyth Ane Exortatione To The Thre Estaits To Be Vigilante In The Deffens Of Their Public Veil. 1549. With An Appendix Of ... (1542), The Exhortacion Of James Harrysone, - Hardcover

James Harrison

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 9354174388 ISBN 13: 9789354174384

Publisher: Alpha Editions, 2020

Synopsis

A clarion call from the heart of 16th-century Scotland, The Complaynt Of Scotlande is both a passionate defence of public welfare and a window into the turbulent politics of mid-16th century Britain. Written during a time of intense Scottish-English relations, this landmark tract stands as a rallying cry for national vigilance, urging the three estates to safeguard their country's future. It pulses with the intellectual energy of Renaissance political thought, echoing the urgency and insight of writers like Thomas More. This volume offers more than just a single voice: alongside James Harrison's influential essay, readers will discover a rare appendix of contemporary English pamphlets and Tudor propaganda, including declarations from Henry VIII and the Lord Protector Somerset. Together, these early modern essays and historical political tracts illuminate the fierce ideological battles that shaped a nation's destiny. For historians, researchers, and students of British history, it is an indispensable primary source - and for any lover of classic literature, a fascinating glimpse into the roots of modern political discourse. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

Edition details

• Publisher: Alpha Editions
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9354174388
• ISBN 13: 9789354174384
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 236