An old Gaelic proverb says "Remember the men from whence you came"Scots Kith and Kin is a compact and comprehensive guide to over 4,000 Scottish family names and their clan affiliations. Whether you are a Highlander curious in your local heritage or a second generation Scot living abroad and piecing together your origins, this book will enable you to track down your roots. Whether you are an Abbott or a Yuill the easy-to-use book will enable you to find:Where and when your surname...
From Abbott to Zuill, this expansive and helpful resource categorizes the origins of, relationships between, and affiliations of all major traditional Scottish clans and names. Information is provided on which surnames are associated with each clan, as well as the history behind each major clan. A fold-out color map of Scotland showing the homelands of the clans and illustrating significant events in Scottish history is also included.