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Autobiographical Reminiscences: Including Recollections Of The Radical Years, 1819-20, In Kilmarnock; The First Election For The Kilmarnock Burghs 183

Autobiographical Reminiscences: Including Recollections Of The Radical Years, 1819-20, In Kilmarnock; The First Election For The Kilmarnock Burghs 183

Paterson, James

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ISBN10: 1163658316
ISBN13: 9781163658314
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 276
Weight: 1.27
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Autobiographical Reminiscences is a book that contains the personal recollections of James Paterson, a Scottish author and historian. The book covers a variety of topics, including Paterson's experiences during the radical years of 1819-20 in Kilmarnock, Scotland. These were years of political unrest and social upheaval, and Paterson provides a firsthand account of what it was like to live through this tumultuous time.The book also includes Paterson's memories of the first election for the Kilmarnock Burghs in 1832. This was an important event in Scottish history, as it marked the beginning of a more democratic system of government. Paterson provides an interesting perspective on this election, as he was an eyewitness to the proceedings.In addition to these political events, Autobiographical Reminiscences also includes Paterson's reflections on his personal life and career. He discusses his education, his early writing career, and his experiences as a historian. He also provides insights into the literary and cultural scene in Scotland during the 19th century.Finally, the book includes a section on Kay's Edinburgh Portraits. This is a series of sketches and portraits of notable figures in Edinburgh society, created by the artist John Kay in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Paterson provides commentary on these portraits, discussing their historical and cultural significance.Overall, Autobiographical Reminiscences is a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of James Paterson, and provides valuable insights into Scottish history and culture during the 19th century.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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