Memoirs of the Lives and Characters of George Baillie of Jerviswood, and of Lady Grisell Baillie (1822)

Memoirs Of The Lives And Characters Of George Baillie Of Jerviswood, And Of Lady Grisell Baillie is a book written by Grisell Baillie Murray and published in 1822. The book is a memoir of the lives of George Baillie of Jerviswood and his daughter, Lady Grisell Baillie. George Baillie was a Scottish politician and landowner who was executed for his involvement in the Rye House Plot, a failed assassination attempt on King Charles II in 1683. Lady Grisell Baillie was a Scottish noblewoman and songwriter who lived from 1665 to 1746. The book provides a detailed account of their lives, including their family history, political activities, and personal relationships. It also includes excerpts from Lady Grisell Baillie's correspondence and songs, which provide insight into her life and times. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, politics, and culture.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.