Stewart Heritage by Charles Kinder Bradbury and Henry Steuart Fothringham, Braykc Publishing, £25
This beautiful hard back is a modern pictorial history of the Scots and their descendants, at home and abroad, from the Middle Ages to the present day, as seen through the lives and achievements of their most important family: the Stewarts.
Packed full of facts, anecdotes and beautiful images it’s perfect for enjoying in different ways. As a coffee table book the reader can dip in and out, discovering interesting facts about Stewart family heritage. And as a picture book it will delight readers of all ages.
The book will be of interest not only to Stewarts but to all who have a connection with a Stewart family member, through ancestry or otherwise, or who have an interest in Scottish historical events.
Although not a comprehensive text, it is hoped that the details provided in each of the biographical and other entries will act as a springboard for further reading and research.
Twenty chapters include Royalty, the Forces, arts, science & engineering, medicine, TV & film, justice and sport: comprehensively cross-referenced and beautifully illustrated, they provide a wonderful treasure chest, keepsake, and reference book about worldwide Stewart Heritage.
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