A Description Of The Isles Of Orkney (1883)

By James Wallace

""A Description of the Isles of Orkney"" is a book written by James Wallace in 1883. The book provides a detailed account of the Orkney Islands, located off the northeastern coast of Scotland. The author covers various aspects of the islands, including their history, geography, geology, flora, fauna, and people. He also provides information on the customs, traditions, and way of life of the inhabitants of the islands. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific topics such as the history of the islands, the natural features, the agriculture, and the fisheries. The author provides a wealth of information about the islands, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the Orkney Islands. The book is written in a clear and concise style and is illustrated with maps and engravings. Overall, ""A Description of the Isles of Orkney"" is a comprehensive guide to the islands, providing a fascinating insight into their history, culture, and natural beauty.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164523236
• ISBN13: 9781164523239
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"