Rise And Fall Of The Irish Nation

By Sir Jonah Barrington and Jonah Barrington

Book Overview

""Rise and Fall of the Irish Nation"" is a historical book written by Jonah Barrington that explores the turbulent and complex history of Ireland. The book begins with the early Celtic tribes and their struggle against the Roman Empire, and then moves on to the arrival of Christianity and the Viking invasions. It delves into the Norman conquest and the English colonization of Ireland, as well as the various rebellions and uprisings against British rule.Barrington also discusses the Great Famine of the mid-19th century, which devastated Ireland and led to mass emigration, as well as the Easter Rising of 1916 and the subsequent War of Independence. The book concludes with the partition of Ireland and the creation of Northern Ireland, as well as the Troubles that plagued the region for decades.Throughout the book, Barrington offers insights into the political, social, and cultural factors that shaped Ireland's history, as well as the individuals who played key roles in the country's development. He also examines the impact of Ireland's history on its people, and how it has contributed to the country's unique identity and culture.Overall, ""Rise and Fall of the Irish Nation"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of Ireland's rich and complex history, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped this fascinating country.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: 1163302147
• ISBN13: 9781163302149
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 482 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"