Mackinnon And The Bards (1899)

By John Mactaggart

Book Overview

Mackinnon and the Bards is a book written by John Mactaggart and published in 1899. The book is a historical account of the life and times of Mackinnon, a Scottish clan chief who lived in the 17th century. The book explores the role of bards in Scottish society during this time period and their relationship with the clan chiefs like Mackinnon.The book provides a detailed account of Mackinnon's life, including his upbringing, his rise to power as a clan chief, and his relationships with other clan chiefs and bards. Mactaggart also delves into the political and social climate of Scotland during this time period, including the Jacobite uprisings and the role of the clans in these conflicts.Throughout the book, Mactaggart uses primary sources such as letters, diaries, and historical documents to provide an accurate and detailed account of Mackinnon's life and the role of bards in Scottish society. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the historical context of the events and people discussed.Overall, Mackinnon and the Bards is a fascinating look into the life of a Scottish clan chief and the role of bards in Scottish society during the 17th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, clan culture, or the role of bards in traditional societies.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165524562
• ISBN13: 9781165524563
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"