Out Of The World: Or Life In St. Kilda (1878) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164867531)

Out Of The World: Or Life In St. Kilda is a book written by J. Sands in 1878. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences living on the remote island of St. Kilda, located in the outer Hebrides of Scotland. The book provides a unique insight into the daily life, customs, and traditions of the people who lived on the island at the time.The author describes the harsh living conditions on the island, including the extreme weather, lack of modern amenities, and isolation from the mainland. He also details the unique social structure of the community, which was based on a feudal system and was tightly controlled by the island's laird.The book also includes descriptions of the wildlife and natural environment of St. Kilda, including the abundant birdlife and the rugged landscape. The author's observations on the island's flora and fauna provide a valuable historical record of the island's ecosystem.Overall, Out Of The World: Or Life In St. Kilda offers a fascinating glimpse into a way of life that has long since disappeared. The book is a valuable resource for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the history and culture of Scotland's remote 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.

Author: J. Sands
ISBN-10: 1164867539
ISBN-13: 9781164867531
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 186
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d