Excerpt from A Complete History of the Isle of Man: Containing the Situation and Geographical Description Thereof, the Ecclesiastical and Civil Histories; The Whole Order of the Governments From the Earliest Accounts, the Nature of the Soil, the Produce of the Country and the Neighbouring Sea
It is true they want many necessaries for the common service of life, as timber, salt, wrought iron, and coals, 850. But with all these-they. Might be easily supplied by the countries round them, had. They equal products to give in exchange, or indeed were there a herring fishery as certain and plentiful as formerly, it would supply all those wants, and to §paie. But as blessings of this nature very much depend upon proper seasons and the bounty of hea ven, they 'must pray for the one, and patiently wait for the other, and With thankful hearts and virtuous lives endeavour to merit those favours; As I=have 'given you the common, or rather acciden~ tal Wants and misfortunes 'of this little partof theoglobe, I cannot but in jirstice Show the blessings and advantages it enjoys beyond all the nations round about it.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and often turbulent history of the Isle of Man, a small island situated in the Irish Sea. The author meticulously traces the island's evolution from its days as a kingdom ruled by native kings to its eventual subjugation by the Scottish crown. The book provides a captivating account of the island's changing political landscape, its encounters with powerful neighboring states, and the internal conflicts that shaped its destiny. Through a detailed examination of the island's royal lineage and the various power struggles that ensued, the author reveals the complex interplay of ambition, intrigue, and violence that characterized Man's early history. The book also explores the island's unique legal system and the resilience of its people in the face of repeated invasions and political upheavals. The author's detailed exploration of the island's political, social, and economic life offers a valuable glimpse into the life and times of a small nation caught in the crosshairs of larger historical forces. The book provides a compelling narrative that sheds light on the enduring legacies of the Isle of Man's past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333536268_0
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