Biography & Memoir History Local & Regional History
Malcolm John McGann’s illustrated hardcover The Descent of the Ancient Widdrington Family of Northumberland charts the storied bloodline of one of England’s northern stronghold clans. This 2013 Australian-printed reference blends genealogy, social history and true stories for readers fascinated by British aristocracy and borderland heritage.
Clean, crisp pages showcase family trees, period maps and portraits that bring the Widdrington saga to life. The tight binding and absence of markings mean the volume is ready for immediate display or research use. Only light scuffing on the rear board keeps it from pristine, a minor reminder of gentle shelf life.
Ideal for historians, genealogists or collectors of antiquarian Northumberlandana, this non-fiction title doubles as engaging leisure reading and authoritative sourcebook. Adults and mature teens tracing their own lineage will appreciate McGann’s meticulous documentation of society, land tenure and family networks across centuries.