The Compendium of District Tartans

by Matthew A. C. Newsome and James A. Bullman ©2004

published by Scotpress

This is the largest single collection of district tartans – those tartans that represent places rather than clans or families. This collection includes tartans officially adopted by the district as well as “unofficial” district tartans and some archaeological tartans suggested for district use, with distinction made between each. Thread counts and color illustrations are given for hundreds of district tartans from Scotland, Ireland, and the rest of the British Isles, places in Europe, Canada, the United States, Australia and New Zealand, and beyond. No collection is complete without this landmark reference! The Compendium of District Tartans not only includes color photographs, history, and thread counts of about 450 different tartans, but also information on Scottish Estate Tweeds, recommended tartans for people of various nationalities, recommended district tartans for use by Scottish clans, and a listing of over 5000 Scottish surnames and their recommended district tartan (based on name origin).

Available on two CD-ROMS (Adobe software included).  470 pages.  Only $14.95

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The Compendium of District Tartans

mixed media print edition!

This print edition includes the introductory chapters, the recommended tartan name listings, and the general index for every included tartan.  On the two included CD-ROM disks, you will find the complete 470 page reference containing color illustrations, thread count, and history for each of the district tartans.

The printed name lists and index make this edition extremely user-friendly for desk reference as well as at information tables at festivals and Scottish Games.

Spiral bound text with two CD-ROMS (Adobe software included).  470 pages.  Only $19.95

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