Publisher's Synopsis
""Shetland, Descriptive and Historical"" is a book written by Robert Cowie in 1874. The book is a graduation thesis on the inhabitants of the Shetland Islands, which are located off the coast of Scotland. The book provides a comprehensive description of the geography, history, and culture of the Shetland Islands. It covers topics such as the physical features of the islands, the climate, the flora and fauna, and the people who live there. The book also explores the history of the islands, including their Viking past and the impact of the Scottish and British governments on the Shetland Islands. Additionally, the book provides insights into the daily life of the people who live on the islands, including their customs, traditions, and language. Overall, ""Shetland, Descriptive and Historical"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Shetland Islands.And A Topographical Description Of That Country.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.
