The Life Of Robert Blair, Minister Of St. Andrews: Containing His Autobiography, From 1593 To 1636 (1848)

By Robert Blair

Book Overview

The Life of Robert Blair, Minister of St. Andrews is a book written by Robert Blair in 1848. It is a detailed autobiography of his life from 1593 to 1636. Blair was a Scottish minister who played a significant role in the Scottish Reformation. He was born in 1593 and grew up in a religious family. He studied at the University of Glasgow and became a minister in 1623. Blair's autobiography provides a unique insight into his life and the religious and political climate of Scotland during the 17th century. He describes his experiences as a minister, including his struggles to maintain his faith during times of persecution and his efforts to spread the Reformed faith throughout Scotland. The book also includes detailed accounts of Blair's relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including King James VI and Archbishop Spottiswoode. Blair's writing is vivid and engaging, and his autobiography provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a Scottish minister during a tumultuous period in Scottish history. Overall, The Life of Robert Blair, Minister of St. Andrews is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the religious and political climate of Scotland during the 17th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history or the Scottish Reformation.With Supplement To His Life, And Continuation Of The History Of The Times To 1680.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: 116555240X
• ISBN13: 9781165552405
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 654 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"