The abduction of Lady Grange to St Kilda

New evidence challenges long-standing inaccuracies surrounding the abduction of Lady Grange to St Kilda, revealing her true conditions of isolation and destitution. Contrary to claims that she was housed comfortably for protection, research establishes that Lady Grange endured eight years of imprisonment without basic comforts or mental support, reflecting the harsh realities faced by women in such circumstances during the dying days of the Highland clan system. The study also reconstructs her likely route through the Highlands, providing a more precise account than previous narratives. This work relies on extensive historical research and critical analysis of existing accounts to correct misconceptions and illuminate the complexities of power dynamics among influential figures of the era.

Dalton, T. (2025). The abduction of Lady Grange to St Kilda. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, 154, 173–192. https://doi.org/10.9750/psas.154.1401