Excerpt from The Land of Home Rule: An Essay on the History and Constitution of the Isle of Man Historians are naturally inclined to select as subjects for their investigation the careers of great men or the rise and fall of great communities. They reject, as hardly worthy of their labours, the story of those smaller nations which have exercised no considerable influence on the fortunes or the progress of the human family. And their choice is at least intelligible. "Les grands evenements et les grands hommes sont les points fixes et les sommets de l'histoire; c'est de la qu'on peut la con-siddrer dans son ensemble, et la suivre dans ses grandes voies." But the byways as well as the highways of the world teem with matter for the observer to watch, the moralist to study, the teacher to explain. The new discoveries, the new ideas, which have added dignity to man, have been elaborated at least as frequently in the cottage as in the palace; the struggle for existence, on which progress has depended, has been as acute and bitter in the village as in the town; and the writer who relates the story of a small community will usually find that its fortunes have been affected by the causes which have, influenced the progress of mighty empires. This circumstance has been illustrated in our own time by the selection which a great historian has made for the subject of a comprehensive history. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionall
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of a small island, exploring its origins from prehistoric times through the age of myth and legend. The author examines the island's physical geography, arguing that its location and landscape have profoundly shaped its cultural development and political history. The book explores how the island was likely settled by a pre-Aryan race known as Iberians, followed by successive waves of Celtic migrations. The author then introduces the reader to the age of myth and legend, exploring the influence of pagan beliefs, as well as the arrival of Christianity with the advent of St. Patrick. The book then moves on to discuss the influence of Druidism on the island, and the lasting impact of its historical presence in the island's folklore and customs. By examining the island's unique historical development, this book offers a captivating glimpse into the complexities of identity, cultural interaction, and the legacy of beliefs across the British Isles. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330767429_0
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