Outlines Of Irish History (1829)

By Harriet Catherine Greville Ellesmere

Book Overview

Outlines of Irish History is a historical book written by Harriet Catherine Egerton Ellesmere and originally published in 1829. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Ireland, from the earliest times to the 19th century. The book begins with the legendary origins of Ireland and the early Celtic tribes that inhabited the island. It then covers the arrival of Christianity and the influence of the early Irish church. The book also covers the various invasions of Ireland by Vikings, Normans, and English, and the resulting conflicts and struggles for power. Throughout the book, Ellesmere provides detailed accounts of major historical events, such as the Battle of Clontarf and the Tudor conquest of Ireland. She also delves into the social and cultural aspects of Irish history, including the Gaelic language, literature, and music. Overall, Outlines of Irish History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland. It provides a comprehensive overview of the country's rich and complex past, and sheds light on the many factors that have shaped Ireland's unique culture and identity.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: 1120668700
• ISBN13: 9781120668707
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"