Follow the stirring story of the Clan Forbes from its beginnings in the mists of Caledonian history down to the present time. The clan was founded by a warrior fighting a bear and it seems as though they have been fighting ever since, especially against their neighbouring rivals, the Gordons. The Forbes clansmen were on both sides during the Jacobite Rebellions: but their leader ended up the premier peer of Scotland. They also built some of the most striking castles and tower houses in the land. Here their fascinating saga is told in all its glorious detail. This little book contains, where available, the clan motto, crest and tartan, in addition to the history of the name.