The Descent of the Ancient Widdrington Family of Northumberland by Malcolm John McGann is a richly illustrated hardcover that charts the fortunes of one of Northumberland’s oldest lineages. Ideal for genealogists and British regional historians, this 2013 reference blends biography, memoir and social history to show how the Widdringtons shaped—and were shaped by—border life across the centuries.
McGann’s meticulous research pairs rare images with clear narrative, turning what could be a dry family tree into a vivid true story of castles, civil war, migration and modern legacy. Adults and young adults alike will appreciate the accessible style and the window onto wider English society.
The book arrives in very good condition: clean, tight binding, no writing or dog-ears, only light cover scuffing from gentle shelf time. A smoke-free Australian copy ready for immediate gifting or shelving among antiquarian collectibles.
Add this authoritative Widdrington family history to your collection and enjoy a dependable resource for Northumberland ancestry and British heritage studies.
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