Dryburgh Abbey: Its Monks And Its Lords

By Church of Scotland Presbytery of Brechin and Dryburgh Abbey (Dryburgh

Book Overview

Dryburgh Abbey: Its Monks And Its Lords is a historical book that delves into the rich history of the Dryburgh Abbey located in Scotland. The book details the lives and practices of the monks who lived in the abbey during the Middle Ages, as well as the lords who owned and controlled the abbey during different periods of its existence. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the abbey's founding, construction, and eventual decline, highlighting the key events and people that shaped its history. The book also explores the role of the abbey in Scottish society, its influence on the local economy, and its religious importance to the people of Scotland.Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the daily life of the monks, their religious practices and beliefs, and their interactions with the wider community. The book also sheds light on the political and social dynamics of medieval Scotland, including the power struggles between different lords and the impact of wars and conflicts on the region.Overall, Dryburgh Abbey: Its Monks And Its Lords is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Scottish history, medieval monasticism, or the role of religion in shaping society.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116275253X
• ISBN13: 9781162752532
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"