Unlock a window into early 19th‑century Ireland's countryside and economy. This historical report surveys Donegal’s land, people, and farming methods, offering a rare look at how a regional society tracked progress and considered improvement over two centuries ago.
Originally prepared in 1801 and published in 1802, the work presents foundational observations on soil, climate, agriculture, and rural life. It blends geography with practical farming knowledge, detailing how farmers used lime, dung, and irrigation, and how leases, tolls, and tithe shaped rural livelihoods. Although written long ago, the text provides a vivid portrait of a county negotiating change and seeking means of growth.
Ideal for readers of historical geography, economic history, and early modern Ireland, this edition offers context for how past surveys guided rural development and policy.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive statistical survey of County Donegal, Ireland, in the early 19th century. The author provides readers with a detailed examination of the county's geographical features such as soil quality, climate, and mountains. The text also includes information on the local agricultural industry including farming techniques and livestock grazing practices, as well as the implements and tools used by workers to cultivate the land. The author conducted extensive research, conducting interviews and investigating various sites throughout the county to gather data on farming practices, techniques, and equipment used in the early 1800s. The resulting survey provides invaluable insights into farming practices in the region at that time, making it a valuable resource for those interested in agricultural history or the history of County Donegal, Ireland. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332035601_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332035601
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332035601
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)