People of Glengarry

Discover the profound connections between economic transformations in the Scottish Highlands and the mass emigration of clansmen to Canada in the late 18th and early 19th centuries in People of Glengarry by Marianne McLean. Published by McGill-Queen's University Press in 1993, this compelling paperback spans 312 pages and offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in history. McLean challenges established narratives, particularly those by Eric Richards and J M Bumsted, asserting that the Highland clearances and the rise of sheep farming played a crucial role in triggering this significant migration. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in British and Irish history, civil rights, and the socio-economic factors that shaped the lives of those who left Scotland for a new life in Canada. Delve into this engaging exploration of ethnic studies and social history that sheds light on the complexities of immigration and emigration during a transformative era.