Sir George Mackenzie: King's Advocate Of Rosehaugh, His Life And Times 1636?-1691 is a biography written by Andrew Lang. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Sir George Mackenzie, a prominent lawyer and politician in Scotland during the 17th century. Mackenzie served as King's Advocate, the chief legal officer of the Crown in Scotland, and played a key role in the political and legal affairs of the country during his time in office.The book begins by tracing Mackenzie's early life and education, before delving into his career as a lawyer and politician. Lang explores Mackenzie's role in a number of important legal cases, including his defense of the Marquis of Montrose and his prosecution of the Covenanters. The book also examines Mackenzie's political career, including his support for the restoration of the monarchy in Scotland and his work as an advisor to King Charles II.Throughout the book, Lang provides a detailed analysis of the political and social context in which Mackenzie lived and worked. He examines the complex relationships between Mackenzie and his contemporaries, including other lawyers, politicians, and members of the royal court. The book also explores Mackenzie's literary output, including his poetry and his influential work on Scottish legal history.Overall, Sir George Mackenzie: King's Advocate Of Rosehaugh, His Life And Times 1636?-1691 provides a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of Scotland's most important legal and political figures. Lang's detailed research and engaging writing style make this book an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish history, law, or politics.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.
