Ancient History Of Orkney, Caithness, And The North (1866)

""Ancient History of Orkney, Caithness, and the North"" is a historical book written by Thormodus Torfaeus in 1866. The book provides a comprehensive account of the ancient history of the Orkney Islands, Caithness, and the North of Scotland. The author draws upon various sources to provide an in-depth analysis of the region's history, including the Norse sagas, historical records, and archaeological evidence. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the arrival of the Vikings, the establishment of settlements, the political and social structures of the region, and the various conflicts and battles that took place. The author also provides insights into the cultural and religious practices of the people who inhabited the region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Orkney Islands, Caithness, and the North of Scotland, and provides a fascinating insight into the area's rich and complex past.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.