Sir Walter Ralegh In Ireland (1883)

By John Wyndham Pope-Hennessy and John Pope Hennessy

Book Overview

Sir Walter Ralegh In Ireland is a historical book written by John Pope Hennessy and first published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Sir Walter Ralegh, an English explorer, soldier, and writer who played a significant role in the colonization of Ireland during the late 16th century.The book begins with a brief introduction to Ralegh's early life and career, including his expeditions to South America and his involvement in the English colonization of Virginia. The main focus of the book, however, is Ralegh's time in Ireland, where he served as governor of Munster from 1587 to 1589.Hennessy provides a detailed account of Ralegh's efforts to establish English control over Ireland, including his military campaigns against the Irish rebels and his attempts to promote English settlement in the country. The book also explores Ralegh's relationships with other key figures in Irish history, including Queen Elizabeth I, the Earl of Essex, and Hugh O'Neill, the leader of the Irish rebellion.Throughout the book, Hennessy presents a balanced and nuanced portrait of Ralegh, highlighting both his accomplishments and his flaws. He also provides a richly detailed account of life in Ireland during the late 16th century, including the political, social, and economic forces that shaped the country during this time.Overall, Sir Walter Ralegh In Ireland is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in English and Irish history, as well as the life and times of one of the most influential figures of the Elizabethan era.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: 1437099327
• ISBN13: 9781437099324
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"