Tartans

Jarrold Publishing is proud to present this new title on the tartan - the national costume of Scotland that has attained cultural significance and recognition throughout the world. Long description = Jarrold Publishing is proud to present this new title on the tartan - the national costume of Scotland that has attained cultural significance and recognition throughout the world. The text gives a lively account of the history and development of the tartan, from its origin among the Celts and Piets and its later identification with the Highland warrior clans, through the tartan ban following the Jacobite Rebellions to its resurgenee in the 19th century and on to the 'Tartan Army' and haute couture of the present day. The text also details the original processes of dyeing and weaving of the plaid, along with customs, styles and etiquette that surround the wearing of the tartan costume, the kilt and the national dress throughout the ages. The story of the tartan keeps pace with the history of Scotland and will have a wide appeal to anyone living, visiting or interested in Scotland.