A compleat history of the rebellion, . from its first rise, in 1745, to its total suppression, at the glorious battle of Culloden, in April 1746. Wherein are contain'd, the intrigues of the pretender's adherents before the breaking out of the rebellion; with all the memorable transactions, and the particulars of their several invasions, during that period of time: with a particular and succinct account of the several marches and counter-marches of the rebels, from the young pretender's first landing on the island of Sky, till his retreat at Culloden. Also, an account of the family and extraction of the rebel chiefs, especially the Camerons. Likewise, the natural history and antiquities of the several towns through which the author pass'd with his Majesty's army; together with the manners and customs of the different people, particularly the highlanders. With a summary of the trials and executions of the rebel lords, &c. By James Ray, of Whitehaven. ...
James Ray (b.1700)
Category
Books
Date
1758
Materials
Measurements
168 x 109 x 42 mm
Place of origin
England
Collection
Townend, Cumbria
NT 3074634
Summary
Bibliographic description
451,[1]p., [3] leaves of plates . plans, port.. . 12mo.. Provenance: manuscript on front pastedown: "George Browne" [i.e. George Browne, 1834-1914].. Binding: Contemporary plain sheepskin binding.
Makers and roles
James Ray (b.1700)