Congal: A Poem In Five Books (1907)

By Samuel Ferguson

Book Overview

Congal: A Poem In Five Books is a literary work written by the Irish poet, Samuel Ferguson, and published in 1907. The poem tells the story of Congal, a warrior prince who seeks revenge against his enemies after they killed his father. The narrative is set in ancient Ireland, and the poem is written in a style that reflects the traditions and language of Irish folklore. The five books of the poem are structured around different events in Congal's life, from his childhood to his final battle against his enemies. Throughout the poem, Ferguson uses vivid imagery and descriptive language to bring the characters and settings to life. The poem also explores themes of honor, loyalty, and the consequences of violence.Overall, Congal: A Poem In Five Books is a significant work in Irish literature and a masterpiece of poetic storytelling. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish folklore, mythology, and history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164610813
• ISBN13: 9781164610816
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"