The Story Of King Robert The Bruce (1913) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164319993 : 116431999X : 10 Sep 2010 : The Story of King Robert the Bruce is a historical book written by Robert Laird Mackie in 1913. The book is an account of the life and reign of King Robert the Bruce, who was the King of Scots from 1306 until his death in 1329. The book details Bruce's early life, his rise to power, and his struggle to gain independence for Scotland from England during the First War of Scottish Independence.The book provides a detailed and engaging narrative of Bruce's life and his efforts to unite the Scottish clans against the English. It includes descriptions of key battles, such as the Battle of Bannockburn, which was a decisive victory for the Scots against the English army. The book also explores the political and social context of Bruce's reign, including the role of the church, the influence of the nobility, and the impact of the Black Death.Throughout the book, Mackie presents an objec