David Alston History Talk - A Jacobite Portrait: George Keith

Welcome to the David Alston History Talk! Join us on February 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM as we delve into the intriguing topic of George Keith, last Earl Marischal of Scotland: and his 'menagerie of heathen'. This online event promises to be both educational and thought-provoking.

Don't miss this opportunity to learn about this lesser-known aspect of history. Grab your seat and get ready for an eye-opening discussion. Mark your calendars and be part of this enriching experience!

David Alston’s Slaves and Highlanders: Silenced Histories of Scotland and the Caribbean, which won the Saltire Society History Book of the Year before going on to claim the overall Saltire Society Scottish Book of the Year prize, was described by the judges as:

'The best book to date on Scottish involvement in chattel slavery and the impact of the gains from this on Highland Scotland. From his local, Cromarty, base the author engages forcefully with major historiographical debates relating to Scottish participation in the slave economy and challenges presentations of this in tourist literature and major heritage institutions. An informative book based solidly in research but immensely accessible.'

This promises to be a very interesting evening!