Annals Of The Kingdom Of Ireland By The Four Masters V1: The Earliest Period To The Year 1616 (1856)

Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland by the Four Masters V1: The Earliest Period to the Year 1616 (1856) is a historical book written by John O'Donovan. This book is a compilation of historical events that took place in Ireland from the earliest period up to the year 1616. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Irish history, and each chapter is further divided into sub-sections that provide detailed information about the events that occurred during that period. The book is based on the annals of the Four Masters, which were a compilation of Irish history written by four scholars in the 17th century. O'Donovan translated and edited the annals, making them accessible to a wider audience. The book provides insight into the political, social, and cultural history of Ireland, including the arrival of the Celts, the Christianization of Ireland, the Viking invasions, and the Norman conquest. The book also includes genealogical information about Irish kings and chieftains, as well as information about the saints and scholars who played a significant role in Irish history. The language used in the book is rich and descriptive, providing readers with a vivid picture of the events and people described. Overall, Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland by the Four Masters V1: The Earliest Period to the Year 1616 (1856) is an important historical resource for anyone interested in Irish history. It provides a comprehensive overview of the events that shaped Ireland and its people, and is a valuable addition to any library.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.

Author: John O'Donovan
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 638
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.28d
ISBN: 9781164113270

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