Clan Maxwell People

James Clerk Maxwell

James Clerk Maxwell

James Clerk Maxwell (b.1831)
A renowned physicist, he made a fundamental contribution to this branch of science. World-famous for his formulation of electro-magnetic theory.


Sir Herbert Maxwell (1845-1937)

Father of the author, Gavin Maxwell. Well known politician and historian.

Gavin Maxwell (1914-1969)
Scottish author and naturalist, author of “Ring of Bright Water”, which has turned into a popular film.