KINGDOM OF THE ISLES (SCOTLANDS WESTERN SEABOARD)

For hundreds of years, the Kingdom of the Isles was an uncertain ally, a rebellious vassal, or a determined rival to Scotland, England and Norway. This book traces the history of the Hebrides, Argyll and the Isle of Man from the mighty Somerled to his descendant John MacDonald, the first Lord of the Isles. The changing nature of society in the isles is emphasised throughout, and separate chapters address the church and monasticism as well as the monuments - the castles, monasteries, churches and chapels - that form an enduring legacy.