""History of the Burgh of Canongate: With Notices of the Abbey and Palace of Holyrood"" is a book written by John Mackay in 1900. The book is a detailed account of the history of the Canongate, a district in Edinburgh, Scotland, from its earliest days until the end of the 19th century. It covers the social, economic, and political history of the area, including its development as a royal burgh, its role in the Scottish Reformation, and its involvement in the Jacobite risings. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the Abbey and Palace of Holyrood, two of the most important historical sites in Scotland. Mackay provides a thorough examination of the architecture, art, and culture of these buildings, as well as their role in Scottish history. Overall, ""History of the Burgh of Canongate: With Notices of the Abbey and Palace of Holyrood"" is an important historical text that provides a comprehensive overview of a significant district in Edinburgh, as well as two of Scotland's most iconic landmarks. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish history, architecture, or 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.