Bibliograph

William Wallace, guardian of Scotland, A.F. Murison

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Label

William Wallace, guardian of Scotland, A.F. Murison

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

William Wallace

Medium

electronic resource

Nature of contents

dictionaries

Responsibility statement

A.F. Murison

Sub title

guardian of Scotland

Summary

The assassination of Scotland's King Alexander III in 1286 foreshadowed troubles with the English. When Edward I of England failed in his attempt to place his niece upon the Scottish throne, a gap appeared in the royal succession, giving the Scots an opportunity to place one of their own at the head of government. The leader of the movement was William Wallace (c. 1270-1305), a fateful figure in the history of Scotland. This brief study recounts Wallace's legendary life - from his years as a youth and young man spearheading guerrilla warfare against the English, to his designation as "Guardian of Scotland," and his ultimate betrayal and execution. A vivid record of a leader with a powerful hold on the imagination of his people, this important book will be welcomed by students of history and admirers of the Scottish patriot

Target audience

adult

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