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The Black Douglases
War and Lordship in Late Medieval Scotland, 1300-1455
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The narrative explores the Douglas family's ascent to power in southern Scotland, highlighting the achievements of the Good Sir James Douglas during his loyalty to Bruce. It delves into the family's influence and prominence, ultimately leading to their dramatic decline and the violent downfall of the Douglas earls in the 1450s. Through this historical analysis, the book captures the complexities of loyalty, ambition, and the turbulent nature of Scottish nobility.
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The Black Douglases, Michael Brown
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- 2025
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- Title
- The Black Douglases
- Subtitle
- War and Lordship in Late Medieval Scotland, 1300-1455
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Brown
- Publisher
- John Donald Publishers Ltd
- Released
- 2025
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 256
- ISBN13
- 9781910900413
- Category
- Maps and Travel, World history, Military
- Description
- The narrative explores the Douglas family's ascent to power in southern Scotland, highlighting the achievements of the Good Sir James Douglas during his loyalty to Bruce. It delves into the family's influence and prominence, ultimately leading to their dramatic decline and the violent downfall of the Douglas earls in the 1450s. Through this historical analysis, the book captures the complexities of loyalty, ambition, and the turbulent nature of Scottish nobility.