The tartans of the clans and families of Scotland
Innes of Learney, Thomas, Sir, 1893-19711938
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This book begins by examining the clan system of Scotland and its relationship to the history of the country. It is followed by information on each of the Scottish clans with an illustration of teh tartan associated with that name, included are the mottos and clan badges.
Main title:
The tartans of the clans and families of Scotland / by Thomas Innes of Learney.
Imprint:
Edinburgh : W. & A. K. Johnston Limited, 1938.
Collation:
iv, 296 p., : ill., ; 22 cm.
Contents:
Introduction : The Scottish Clan System ; the Nature of the Clan ; the Chief ; Chieftan ; Succession to Chiefship ; Order of Succession ; Determination of Chiefship ; Clan Societies ; Membership of the Clan ; Armorial Bearings ; Slogans or Warcries; Designations of Chiefs and Lairds ; Clanship and the Scotland of the FutureThe Highland Dress and How to Wear itFlag and BannersIllustrations of Tartans and Historical Sketches of Clan Families.
Dewey class:
929.2
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
3455358