The History Of The Survey Of Ireland, Commonly Called The Down Survey

""The History of the Survey of Ireland, Commonly Called the Down Survey"" is a book written by William Petty that provides a detailed account of the survey of Ireland conducted in the 17th century. The survey, commonly known as the Down Survey, was a comprehensive mapping of the land and property ownership in Ireland, carried out by Petty and his team of surveyors. The book covers the background and context of the survey, as well as its methodology, results, and impact on Irish society. It also delves into the political and economic factors that led to the survey's implementation, as well as the challenges and controversies that arose during its execution. Overall, ""The History of the Survey of Ireland"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, land ownership, and surveying techniques.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.