Publisher's Synopsis
The Bruce, or the Book of the Most Excellent and Noble Prince, Robert De Broyss, King of Scots, is a historical verse romance by John Barbour. This edition comprises Volume 1 of the complete work.
Written in Scots around 1375, the poem recounts the story of Robert the Bruce's struggle for the Scottish crown and his ultimate victory at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. It is a valuable historical source, though it also contains legendary elements. Barbour presents Bruce as a model of chivalry and patriotism, inspiring generations of Scots. This edition, edited by Walter William Skeat, offers readers access to a foundational text of Scottish literature and a key primary source for understanding medieval Scottish history.
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