Publisher's Synopsis
This book provides a detailed history of the lairds (landowners) of Fife, a region in eastern Scotland, from the 12th to the 17th century. Drawing on primary sources such as land records and legal documents, the author explores the complex social, political, and economic relationships that characterized this feudal society. Readers interested in Scottish history, genealogy, and the evolution of land ownership and governance in Europe will find much to enjoy in this informative volume.
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