The Macdonalds Of Clanranald (1881)

The Macdonalds of Clanranald is a historical book written by Alexander Mackenzie and published in 1881. The book tells the story of the Clanranald branch of the Macdonald family, one of the most prominent clans in the Scottish Highlands. The book covers the history of the clan from its origins in the 13th century through to the 18th century, when the clan played a significant role in the Jacobite uprising of 1745.Mackenzie provides a detailed account of the clan's leaders, including the famous Alasdair Mac Mhaighstir Alasdair, who was a poet and warrior. The book also covers the clan's involvement in battles and conflicts throughout history, including the Battle of Harlaw in 1411 and the Battle of Inverlochy in 1645.The book also explores the cultural and social life of the Clanranald Macdonalds, including their language, music, and traditional way of life. Mackenzie provides insights into the clan's relationships with other clans in the region, as well as their interactions with the wider Scottish society.Overall, The Macdonalds of Clanranald is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of Scotland's most important clans. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Scottish history, culture, and society.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.