Memoir Of The Reign Of James II (1808) is a historical book written by John Lowther. The book provides a detailed account of the reign of James II, who was the King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1685 to 1688. Lowther, who was a close associate of the King, provides a firsthand account of the events that took place during James II's reign, including the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his downfall.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of James II's reign. The first chapter provides an overview of James II's ascension to the throne and his early years as king. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the King's religious policies, his relationship with Parliament, and his efforts to secure the succession of his Catholic son.Throughout the book, Lowther provides a balanced and nuanced view of James II's reign, highlighting both his successes and failures as a monarch. He also provides insight into the political and social context of the time, including the religious tensions that existed between Catholics and Protestants.Overall, Memoir Of The Reign Of James II (1808) is a valuable historical document that provides a detailed and insightful account of one of the most turbulent periods in English history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the British monarchy and the political and social context of the late 17th 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.
