Was Lady Hood, Mary Mackenzie, truly a Clan Chief—or a figure overlooked by history? Join us as we unravel the life and legacy of “The Seaforth Heiress” with acclaimed author Elizabeth Hutchison Bernard. In this special return episode, we dive deep into Bernard’s meticulous research and her celebrated book, The Seaforth Heiress, exploring questions of leadership, inheritance, and the fascinating stories of the Mackenzie family.

Elizabeth’s work has captivated readers and listeners alike, earning recognition from the Clan Mackenzie Initiative, clanmackenzie.org, and now by the Earl of Cromartie himself on castleleod.org.uk. Don’t miss this compelling conversation at the crossroads of Scottish history, women’s roles in clan society, and literary investigation.

Learn more about Elizabeth at https://ehbernard.com

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