Maelcho: A Sixteenth Century Narrative

By Emily Lawless

Book Overview

Maelcho: A Sixteenth Century Narrative is a historical novel written by Emily Lawless. The book is set in the sixteenth century and follows the story of Maelcho, a young Irishman who is forced to leave his homeland and embark on a journey to Spain. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and obstacles that test his courage and determination. The novel is a vivid portrayal of the harsh realities of life in sixteenth-century Ireland, with its political turmoil, religious conflicts, and social injustices. Through Maelcho's journey, Lawless explores themes such as identity, loyalty, and the struggle for survival in a rapidly changing world. The book is rich in historical detail and vividly captures the sights, sounds, and smells of sixteenth-century Ireland and Spain. It is a compelling read for anyone interested in historical fiction, Irish history, or the human experience of migration and displacement.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: 1163629278
• ISBN13: 9781163629277
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"