Scotland's Clans & their Tartans : The Histories and Origins of the Clans and their Tartan Plaids

Author: Grimble, Ian

Scotland

Published on 14 August 2025 by Octopus Publishing Group (Cassell) in the United Kingdom.

Hardback | 240 pages
155 x 218 x 25 | 600g

Scotland's Clans & their Tartans offers an authoritative exploration of the origins and evolution of Scotland's unique clan system, tracing its roots back to the 5th century in Ireland, where the Scots originally lived. From the Abercrombies to the Wemyss clan, this comprehensive book provides detailed entries on the history of each clan, including their geographical origins, notable clansmen, their mottoes and the evolution of their distinctive tartan patterns.

With over 150 tartans beautifully displayed in full colour images, this guide serves as both a visual celebration and an exhaustively researched reference for historians, enthusiasts, and anyone with an ancestral connection to Scotland alike.

Whether you're a proud Scot or simply fascinated by the intricacies of Scottish heritage, Scotland's Clans & their Tartans will make an essential addition to your collection.