The Law of Succession: Origins and Background of the Law of Succession to Arms and Dignities in Scotland

Placing the Scottish experience within its wider European and global context with direct relevance for modern law, this masterful study of Scotland and its people provides a thorough investigation into the rights of heirs to lands, heraldic arms, and dignities, and their basis in the medieval origins of the Scottish kingdom. Published for the first time since its completion in 1958—and long-recognized as a touchstone reference for lawyers, heralds, and historians—this meticulously researched guide appeals to those with an interest in the complex legal history behind the genealogy and heraldry of Scotland's distinctive heritage.