The Modern Scots Peerage (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798244993950)

The Modern Scots Peerage is a comprehensive reference work documenting all extant Scottish noble titles. It provides a clear and systematic account of Scotland's surviving peerages, outlining their origins, historical development, and lines of descent.

The work is based on extensive research drawn from primary sources, including parliamentary records, sasine registers (Scotland's historic land registers), tax records, military records, Old Parochial Registers, and other archival materials. By drawing on these records, the book reconstructs the histories of Scotland's noble titles and the families connected with them.

Designed for readers interested in Scottish history, genealogy, and aristocratic tradition, The Modern Scots Peerage offers an accessible introduction to the heritage and legacy of Scotland's noble houses. Whether you are researching a title, exploring family connections, or simply interested in Scotland's historic peerage system, this volume provides a valuable guide to the country's enduring nobiliary tradition.