Robert William MacKenna

Robert William MacKenna (1874–1930) was a Scottish physician and author. He is best known for his historical novels set during the time of the Covenanters, and for his work in dermatology. He combined a successful medical career with literary achievements, writing both fiction and non-fiction on life, death, and Scottish history.

Biography MacKenna was born in Dumfries, Scotland. He was educated at Dumfries Academy, where he was taught by John Neilson, who had also taught J. M. Barrie. In 1892, he enrolled at the University of Edinburgh, where he became the first person to undertake both arts and medical degrees simultaneously.