The Loyal Clans

Originally published in 1932, this book provides a detailed account of the Scottish Highland clan system and its relationship with the development of Jacobitism.

Audrey Cunningham (Author)

9781107456358, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 1 January 2015

600 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 3.4 cm, 0.87 kg

Originally published in 1932, this book provides a detailed account of the Scottish Highland clan system and its relationship with the development of Jacobitism. Information is provided on different clans and their relationship with various political entities and structures. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Scottish history and the clan system.

Preface
1. Introductory
2. Feudal and patriarchal government
3. The lords of the isles
4. The Stewart monarchy
5. The royal lieutenants
6. The clan Gregor
7. The revival of monarchical government
8. The two covenants
9. The divine right of kings
10. Revolution
11. The last of the Stuarts
12. The new order
Index.

Subject Areas: British & Irish history [HBJD1]