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The History Of The Ancient, Noble, And Illustrious Family Of Gordon, From Their First Arrival In Scotland, In Malcolm Iii.'S Time, To The Year 1690: T

The History Of The Ancient, Noble, And Illustrious Family Of Gordon, From Their First Arrival In Scotland, In Malcolm Iii.'S Time, To The Year 1690: T

Gordon, William

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Genealogy & HeraldryGeneral World HistoryBritish History

ISBN10: 9354480160
ISBN13: 9789354480164
Publisher: Alpha Ed
Published: Mar 5 2021
Pages: 476
Weight: 2.41
Height: 0.96 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Blood, land, loyalty, power, memory. In this sweeping Scottish clan chronicle, William Gordon traces the rise and fortunes of the ancient and illustrious House of Gordon from their first settlement in Scotland under Malcolm III to the year 1690, setting the Gordon family lineage against four turbulent centuries of national history. More than a simple clan genealogy book, Volume I intertwines the story of one of the great Scottish noble families with the wider currents of medieval Scotland and seventeenth century Scotland, from the beginnings of Robert I's reign through dynastic change, war, and political upheaval. Drawing on a rich tapestry of Scots historical records, manuscripts, and registers, Gordon assembles a meticulous narrative of descent, marriage, landholding, and service that remains invaluable for Scottish genealogy research. His work stands as a cornerstone family historian reference book and a key text for anyone building a Scottish clan histories collection or seeking a thoughtful Highland clans reference guide to the era of Scottish feudal nobility. At once detailed and deeply human, this enduring history speaks to casual readers of narrative history as well as to scholars, genealogists, and collectors of classic antiquarian works. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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