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St. Kilda: Past and Present is a historical and geographical account of the remote Scottish archipelago of St. Kilda, written by George Seton and first published in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the island's history, geography, and people, drawing on a range of sources including official records, personal accounts, and Seton's own observations from his visit to the island. The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides a detailed history of St. Kilda, from its earliest known inhabitants to the present day. Seton covers topics such as the island's physical geography, the arrival of Christianity, the impact of the Vikings, and the development of the island's unique culture and way of life. He also describes the various attempts by outsiders to colonize or exploit the island, including the infamous "evacuation" of the island's inhabitants in 1930. The second section of the book is focused on the present-day state of St. Kilda, as it was in the late 19th century. Seton provides a detailed description of the island's physical features, flora and fauna, and climate, as well as its economy and social structure. He also includes a chapter on the island's wildlife, which was then considered to be among the most diverse and unique in the world. Overall, St. Kilda: Past and Present is a fascinating and informative account of one of Scotland's most remote and mysterious places, written by an author with a deep appreciation for the island's history and culture. It remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, geography, and culture of St. Kilda.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.
