Publisher's Synopsis
Rentals of the Ancient Earldom and Bishoprick of Orkney: With Some Other Explanatory and Relative Documents is a historical book written by Alexander Peterkin and published in 1820. The book provides a detailed account of the rentals of the ancient Earldom and Bishoprick of Orkney, which were important regions in Scotland during the medieval period. The author presents a comprehensive list of tenants, their holdings, and the rents they paid to the earl and bishop. In addition to the rentals, the book also includes other documents that shed light on the history and culture of Orkney, such as charters, letters, and accounts. These documents provide important insights into the social and economic conditions of the region during the medieval period. Overall, Rentals of the Ancient Earldom and Bishoprick of Orkney is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Scotland.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.
