The Highland Clearances Trail answers the where, why, what and whens of the Highland Clearances. Taking you around the significant sites of the Highland Clearances this vivid guide gives a scholarly introduction to a tragic moment in Scotland's history. Perthshire, Ross-Shire, Arran, Sutherland and Caithness are among the many areas covered. With full background information supplied, along with maps and illustrations, The Highland Clearances Trail provides an alternative route around the Highlands that will leave the reader with a deeper understanding of this sublime landscape.

About the Author

Rob Gibson, author and musician, political campaigner and now MSP, has a unique ability to evoke and capture emotion and a sense of time and place. Rob has conducted research into sites across the Highlands that have connections with the Clearances and has created an atmospheric trail for visitors to follow.

Reviews

Gibson won't lack supporters. Financial Times Magazine

It is important to get the whole movement into perspective and examine the truth of the matter and I hope that this well-written book will address the balance. Highland News

Book Information
ISBN 9781913025618
Author Rob Gibson
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Luath Press Ltd
Publisher Luath Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 200g
Dimensions(mm) 210mm * 135mm * 15mm