Notes On Orkney And Zetland V1: Illustrative Of The History, Antiquities, Scenery, And Customs Of Those Islands (1822)

""Notes on Orkney and Zetland V1"" is a comprehensive guide to the history, antiquities, scenery, and customs of the Orkney and Zetland islands. Written by Alexander Peterkin and originally published in 1822, this book provides a detailed account of the islands' geography, geology, flora, and fauna, as well as their cultural and social history. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of island life, such as the local dialect, traditional customs, and the architecture of the islands' buildings. The author also includes detailed descriptions of notable landmarks, such as ancient standing stones, castles, and churches, and provides historical context for each of these landmarks. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Orkney and Zetland islands, and is a must-read for anyone planning to visit these unique and fascinating locations.""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.