William Wallace: Guardian of Scotland

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.

Author: A. F. Murison
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 11/02/2011
Pages: 159
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 9.30h x 4.56w x 0.36d
ISBN13: 9780486431826
ISBN10: 0486431827
BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | General
- History | Europe | Great Britain | General
- Biography & Autobiography | General

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