The Irish Tangle and a Way Out (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Thomas Costello Johnson

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331156947 ISBN 13 : 9781331156949

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book delves into the complex history of Ireland, focusing on the tumultuous period from the Norman invasion to the late 19th century. It explores the major themes of foreign invasion, internal strife, and the struggle for independence that have shaped Ireland's journey. The author traces the impact of the Viking raids, the Anglo-Norman conquest, and the centuries-long conflict between the native Irish and English settlers. Throughout the narrative, the book examines the role of key figures like Brian Boru, Henry II, Strongbow, and Oliver Cromwell, whose actions left an indelible mark on Ireland's history. It also sheds light on the cultural and social changes that occurred during this period, including the rise of the Gaelic chieftains, the establishment of the English Pale, and the emergence of a new Irish identity. This book provides a comprehensive look at one of the most captivating and enduring chapters in Irish history, offering insights into the forces that have shaped Ireland's past and continue to influence its present.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Reasons for writing. A talk in the South, which led to others elsewhere. A word from the late Colonel Roosevelt. HORTLY before leaving I reland, where I had spent several months, chiefly in going throughout the land telling the people of America spart in the great war, a friend suggested that, considering I had traveled in all quarters of the country and had met leading men in almost every walk of life, of all kinds of political affiliation and religious belief, as far apart as the Lord Mayor of Belfast and the Lord Mayor of Cork, and the Archbishop of Dublin and the Roman Catholic Bishop of Cork, and had heard their views and aspirations, man to man, my impressions of I reland and the War should be put in print and placed on the market. The suggestion took me by surprise, as the idea of writing on so fascinating a subject had never occurred to my mind; but, after some consideration, I decided to accede to my friends request, in the hope that my effort may help I reland toward her destiny, and also help some people to a better understanding of I reland. It may not be amiss to state here that, my visit to I reland was not the outcome of a desire for a holiday in foreign parts during the war.
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331156947
• ISBN 13: 9781331156949
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 225
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