History of the Mackenzies, with genealogies of the principal families of the name

The revised edition of this classic clan history offers a thorough look at the Mackenzies, one of the Highlands’ most enduring families. Drawing on newly added genealogical records, the author expands the original work by nearly two hundred pages, complete with a detailed illustration of the clan tartan and a portrait of himself, giving readers both visual and scholarly depth.

Beyond the family trees, the book tackles long‑standing legends about the clan’s origins. It dismantles the popular but unfounded claim of a Fitzgerald ancestor, instead presenting evidence that links the Mackenzies to a native Celtic chief tied to the ancient O’Beolan Earls of Ross. The text balances meticulous dates with engaging narrative, making the early history accessible to anyone curious about Scotland’s storied past.