Clans and Tartans (Collins Pocket Reference S.)

by George Way (Author), George Way (Author), George Way (Author), Romilly Squire (Author)

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  2000

  $4.12

  A beautifully illustrated guide to the histories of over 120 of Scotland's most renowned clans and families Clans & Tartans is the ideal introduction to the rich heritage of Scotland's clan and family history. This handy little little book features * the histories and heraldic details of over 120 of Scotland's most renowned clans and families * beautiful illustrations of the tartan and crest badge of each clan * engaging essays on the history of clanship and of tartan, written by specialists in each field * appendices which include -- a timeline of Scottish monarchs to 1707 -- a glossary of heraldic terms -- a list of septs -- the ceremonial for the inauguration of a clan chief Authoritative and up-to-date, Clans & Tartans will appeal to everyone of Scottish ancestry through the world.