Macbeth was not the monstrous caricature created by Shakespeare; he was a real man who was born in Moray, part of the Kingdom of Alba, in the early 11th century. From early childhood Macbeth fought real-life treachery to protect his birthright to the throne and ruled successfully from 1040 to 1057. Travel what is now Scotland with a touring itinerary as you follow On the Trail of the Real Macbeth, King of Alba.

About the Author

CAMERON TAYLOR graduated from Aberdeen University in 1979 with a degree in History. He had a career in the Civil Service before returning to his native Orkney to become CEO of Orkney Tourist Board. He established Seabridge Consultants in 2000 and has pursued a variety of cultural heritage and tourism interests since then. He now lives in Moray where Macbeth's ghost still haunts the past. His first book, Rooted in Scotland, was published by the Luath Press in 2007.

ALISTAIR MURRAY established Atlantic Marketing in 2004 after a varied career spanning three continents, ranging from oil exploration to leading manufacturing and media companies. He now pursues a number of interests in the creative industries and undertakes strategic consultancy. He currently lives in Caithness, where the surging tides of the Atlantic wash the jagged edge of Europe.

Reviews

This is a clearly written, informative account of a man and his times which probably gets as close to the truth as is possible after 1,000 years. - SCOTS MAGAZINE

This book is for anyone who has been intrigued enough by the Scottish Play to wonder about the true story of King MacBethad mac Findlaech. - THE HERALD MAGAZINE

Book Information
ISBN 9781910745298
Author Cameron Taylor
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint Luath Press Ltd
Publisher Luath Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 190g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 135mm * 12mm