Wariston's Diary and Other Papers is a compilation of historical documents published by the Scottish History Society in Volume 26. The book includes the personal diary of Archibald Johnston, Lord Wariston, a prominent Scottish lawyer and politician during the 17th century. The diary covers the period from 1639 to 1660 and provides a detailed account of the political and religious events of the time, including the signing of the National Covenant and the execution of King Charles I.In addition to Wariston's diary, the book also includes other papers related to Scottish history, such as letters and legal documents. These documents shed light on various aspects of Scottish society and politics during the 17th century, including the role of women in the legal system and the impact of religious conflict on everyday life.The publication of Wariston's Diary and Other Papers provides a valuable resource for scholars and students of Scottish history, as well as anyone interested in the political and social history of Scotland during the 17th century. The various editors of the book have provided detailed annotations and contextual information to help readers understand the significance of the documents and their historical context.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.