Ireland

Erscheinungsjahr 2016
ISBN: 978-1-316-62002-1
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 316 Seiten, Format (B × H): 127 mm x 203 mm, Gewicht: 341 g

Originally published in 1921, as part of a series of geographical studies of Ireland, this book examines the geographical, botanical, geological, zoological, architectural, administrative and historical points of interest found in Ireland, including Ulster. The text is illustrated with many reproductions of pertinent historic artefacts and paintings, as well as photographs of local vegetation, animal life and landscapes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Ireland and the history of geography education.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Fletcher, George

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Geschichtswissenschaft Allgemein Historische Geographie, Landkarten & Atlanten
• Geowissenschaften Geographie | Raumplanung Humangeographie Historische Geographie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Editor's note; 1. Topography R. Lloyd Praeger; 2. The Irish provinces W. F. Butler; 3. Geology Grenville A. J. Cole; 4. Population, language, religion R. A. Stewart Macalister; 5. Natural history R. Lloyd Praeger; 6. Archaeology, antiquities and architecture E. C. R. Armstrong; 7. Administration G. Fletcher; 8. Education G. Fletcher; 9. Industries and manufactures G. Fletcher; 10. Distinguished Irishmen R. I. Best; Index.