Ecclesiastical History of Britain, by The Venerable Bede, Part 1
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The Island of the Divine Law
The island was formerly distinguished by 28 famous cities, besides innumerable forts. Because it lies almost under the North Pole, the nights are light in summer. It produces a great deal of excellent jet, which is black and sparkling,. When set on fire, drives away serpents. Being warmed with rubbing, it attracts whatever is applied to it like amber.
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