An Account Of The Past And Present State Of The Isle Of Man (1811)

By George Woods and Robert Baldwin

Book Overview

""An Account of the Past and Present State of the Isle of Man"" is a historical and geographical book written by George Woods in 1811. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Isle of Man, including its history, culture, geography, and economy. Woods offers a detailed description of the island's natural features, such as its mountains, rivers, and coastline. He also explores the island's political and social history, including its ancient Celtic roots, Viking invasions, and the eventual English domination. The book also includes information on the island's economy, including its agriculture, fishing, and manufacturing industries. Additionally, Woods provides a detailed account of the island's towns and villages, as well as its customs and traditions. Overall, ""An Account of the Past and Present State of the Isle of Man"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and geography of this unique and beautiful island.Including A Topographical Description, A Sketch Of Its Mineralogy, An Outline Of Its Laws, With The Privileges Enjoyed By Strangers, And A History Of The Island.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: 1164566342
• ISBN13: 9781164566342
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"