The General Grievances and Oppression of the Isles of Orkney and Shetland

By James MacKenzie

Book Overview

The General Grievances And Oppression Of The Isles Of Orkney And Shetland is a historical book written by James Mackenzie in 1836. The book provides a detailed account of the social, economic, and political conditions of the Orkney and Shetland islands during the early 19th century. Mackenzie explores the history of the islands, their culture, and their relationship with the Scottish mainland. The author highlights the grievances and oppression faced by the people of the islands, including poverty, lack of education, and political corruption. The book also discusses the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on the islands and the changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. Overall, The General Grievances And Oppression Of The Isles Of Orkney And Shetland is an insightful and informative book that sheds light on an important period in the history of these remote Scottish islands.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165084864
• ISBN13: 9781165084869
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"