Description

""Notable Women of the Covenant: Their Lives and Times"" is a historical book written by William Chapman and first published in 1883. The book is a collection of biographies of some of the most famous women associated with the Scottish Covenanters, a group of Presbyterian Protestants who resisted attempts by the Stuart monarchy to impose Anglican worship on Scotland in the 17th century.The book covers the lives of 12 women who played a significant role in the Covenanting movement, including Margaret Wilson, who was executed for refusing to swear an oath of allegiance to the king; Marion Harvie, who helped to organize a rebellion against the government; and Margaret McLachlan, who was tortured and executed for her religious beliefs.Each biography provides a detailed account of the woman's life and the historical context in which she lived. The book also includes illustrations and a list of sources for further reading.Overall, ""Notable Women of the Covenant"" is an informative and engaging book that sheds light on the experiences of women during a tumultuous period in Scottish history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Scottish Covenanters or the role of women in religious and political movements.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.