History and Antiquities of the Isle of Man by James Stanley, Earl of Derby (1651)
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- Name
- History and Antiquities of the Isle of Man by James Stanley, Earl of Derby (1651)
- Description
- A manuscript account by James Stanley, Earl of Derby and Lord of Man, written during his residence on the Isle in 1643, covering the history and antiquities of Man, his administrative proceedings, advice to his son Charles Lord Strange, and observations on Manx customs, governance, and tenure. Originally in Derby's own hand, edited and published in Manx Society volume 3, with introduction from Sir William Dugdale.
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- Published Reference Work
- Creator
- James Stanley, Earl of Derby
- Audience
- Charles Lord Strange (his son)
- Language
- English