Publisher's Synopsis
""The Blackhalls of That Ilk and Barra: Hereditary Coroners and Foresters of the Garioch"" is a historical book written by Alexander Morison. The book delves into the history of the Blackhall family, who were hereditary coroners and foresters of the Garioch region in Scotland. The book provides a detailed account of the family's origins, their rise to prominence, and their role in the governance of the region. The author explores the Blackhall family's relationship with the Scottish monarchs and their involvement in various political and military conflicts throughout the centuries. The book also sheds light on the family's connection to the island of Barra in the Western Isles of Scotland, where they held lands and played a significant role in the local community.Through extensive research, the author provides a comprehensive genealogy of the Blackhall family, tracing their lineage back to the medieval period. The book is rich in detail and includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to provide a vivid picture of the family's history.Overall, ""The Blackhalls of That Ilk and Barra: Hereditary Coroners and Foresters of the Garioch"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, genealogy, and the role of noble families in the governance of medieval Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
