The earldom of Mar was among the most ancient in Scotland, but by the late
14th century the direct line died out, and upon the death of Isobel, Countess of
Mar, in 1419, the title and estates passed into the Erskine family, where the
inheritance was bitterly contested for decades. Finally settled in the Erskine
line in 1565, it remained there until forfeited in 1715. Only in 1824 was this
attainder reversed, but the dispute over the title and lands of Mar was further
intensified in 1866, when the then Earl of Mar died without direct male heirs,
and the debate was once again opened, concluding in a protracted lawsuit in the
House of Lords. This study includes much genealogical and historical information
about the earldom, the Erskine family, and its related branches.
Originally published 1875, this CD consists of scans of the original book, which can be browsed, enlarged and printed if required. Please note: it is not searchable.
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