Name

Account of Isle of Man: Chapter VI On the Herring and the Herring Fishery (1811)

Description

A detailed naturalistic and economic account of herring biology, migration patterns, and the Isle of Man herring fishery as it operated in the early 19th century. Describes fishing methods, curing processes (red and white herrings), seasonal labour patterns, catch volumes, pricing, and social customs. Highly relevant to understanding the economic foundation of Manx commerce and the trade networks that coexisted with smuggling.

Place

Port Erin

France

Isle of Man

Holland

Related To

Lt-Governor Alexander Shaw

Type

Financial Data

Collection

Crown Administration

Type

Published Reference Work

Date Created

1811

Language

English