The illustrated encyclopedia of tartan : a complete history and visual guide to over 400 famous tartans

Zaczek, Iain (author.). Phillips, Charles, (author.).

Summary: "Contains illustrations of over 400 different tartans, making this book the most comprehensive directory of tartans, both ancient and modern, ever published. Details the cultural and historical development of Scotland, and her determination to maintain political independence and national heritage. Illustrates the way Scotland's heritage now extends far beyond her shores, and how tartan is used to unite and identify a diverse ancestral tradition." --

Record details

ISBN: 9781844779758
ISBN: 1844779750
Physical Description: print
256 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Publisher: London : Hermes House, [2009]

Content descriptions

General Note:	Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:	The history of tartan -- Tartan origins -- The suppression of tartan -- Tartan revival -- Regimental tartans -- Modern tartans -- The tartan directory -- The major clans -- Families and associated clans -- Modern and international clans.