Clan MacDonald: A Concise History of Scotland’s Sea Lords and Highland Kingscise History of Scotland’s Sea Lords and Highland Kings (The Ancient Clans of Scotland) - Softcover

Clans, Bagtown

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798316670451

Verlag: Independently published, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

Discover the legacy of Scotland’s greatest seafaring clan.
For centuries, Clan MacDonald—also known as Clan Donald—stood at the heart of Highland and Hebridean history. Once known as the Lords of the Isles, they commanded vast territories by sea and by land, rivaling the Scottish Crown in power and prestige.

This richly illustrated and deeply researched booklet traces the clan’s legendary origins from the Norse-Gaelic warrior Somerled to the rise of the Lordship of the Isles. Explore how the MacDonalds expanded their influence across Islay, Skye, Kintyre, and Antrim, shaped politics and war, and left their mark on Scottish identity.

Inside, you’ll find:
✔️ A concise history of the clan’s chiefs and noble lines
✔️ Detailed accounts of famous battles and blood feuds
✔️ The story of their role at Culloden and the Glencoe Massacre
✔️ Descriptions of castles, mottos, tartans, and symbols
✔️ Supernatural tales and clan folklore
✔️ A look at the global MacDonald diaspora

Whether you're a descendant of the clan, a traveler planning a visit to the Highlands, or a history lover drawn to the drama of Scotland’s past, this booklet is your gateway to the world of Clan MacDonald.

Part of the Ancient Clans of Scotland Series
Compiled by Bagtownclans.com Published by Rigby Publishing

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Independently published
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 13: 9798316670451
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 40
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