Orkney and Shetland Folk 872-1350 by Alfred Wintle Johnston
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| Author | Johnston, Alfred Wintle |
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| Title | Orkney and Shetland Folk 872-1350 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Orkney and Shetland Folk 872-1350" by Alfred Wintle Johnston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the ethnic and cultural composition of the Orkney and Shetland islands between the establishment of the Norse earldom in 872 and around 1350 when Gaelic influence became predominant. Johnston examines the complex interplay between the Norse settlers and the indigenous Pictish and Gaelic populations, providing insights into their intermarriages and societal dynamics. In this detailed examination, Johnston delves into the origins and legacies of the Norse earls, beginning with figures like Earl Torf-Einarr and Earl Þorfinnr hinn ríki, illustrating the families' lineage and the evolving ethnic identities shaped by Norse-Gaelic intermingling. The work highlights significant characters and events, portraying a vibrant picture of life in the islands, characterized by warfare, cultural exchange, and the gradual transformation of the inhabitants' identities over centuries. Through sagas and historical references, the book offers an intriguing perspective on how these communities adapted to shifts in power, culture, and society during a pivotal period in their history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Ethnology -- Scotland -- Orkney |
| Subject | Ethnology -- Scotland -- Shetland |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50249 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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