A Brief Description Of Orkney, Zetland, Pightland-Firth And Caithness (1883)

A Brief Description Of Orkney, Zetland, Pightland-Firth And Caithness (1883) by John Brand is a historical guidebook that provides a comprehensive overview of the geography, history, and culture of the Orkney and Shetland Islands, as well as the surrounding areas of Pightland-Firth and Caithness in Scotland. The book covers a range of topics, including the natural features of the region, the local economy, the history of the Norse settlements, and the customs and traditions of the people who live there. It also includes detailed descriptions of the various towns and villages in the area, as well as information on local landmarks, historical sites, and points of interest. Written in a clear and concise style, A Brief Description Of Orkney, Zetland, Pightland-Firth And Caithness is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of this unique and fascinating part of Scotland.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.