The Jacobite Rebellions (1689-1746) (Bell's Scottish History Source Books.)

"The Jacobite Rebellions (1689-1746)" by J. Pringle Thomson is a historical narrative that unpacks the Jacobite uprisings in Scotland, aiming to bring the Stuart monarchy back to power. The book homes in on pivotal moments and central people in the rebellions, showing the tricky political moves and the social and religious fights of the time. The beginning paints a picture of Scotland's social and political scene after the Revolution, pointing out the competitions between important people like the Duke of Hamilton and the Marquis of Athole. It lays out the first steps in the power plays as groups fight for control after King James II was removed. This part also hints at the troubles to come by mentioning the Convention of Estates and the important Battle of Killiecrankie, setting things up for the plots and rebellions that followed, which effectively grabs the complicated nature of the time, revealing the personal goals and changing teams that marked the battle for power in Scotland.