Sources

Wood's Account of Isle of Man, Chapter XI: Castletown to Calf of Man and Peel (1811)

Source

A descriptive travel narrative from John Wood's 1811 Account of the Isle of Man, focusing on geography, natural history, fishing practices, and antiquarian sites including the Calf of Man, Port-Erin, and local parishes. Provides contemporary details on island economy (fishing, rabbit farming), folk beliefs, and historical sites including Thomas Bushell's hermitage and Kirk Patrick.

Financial Data

Language

  • English