A Short History Of Ireland: From The Earliest Times To 1608 (1904)

By Patrick Weston Joyce

Book Overview

A Short History of Ireland: From the Earliest Times to 1608 is a book written by Patrick Weston Joyce and originally published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Ireland, starting from its earliest times and covering events up until the year 1608. The author begins by discussing the prehistoric period of Ireland, including the arrival of the Celts and the development of early Irish society. He then goes on to cover the early Christian period, the Viking invasions, and the Norman conquest of Ireland. Joyce also delves into the struggles between the Irish and the English, including the various rebellions and uprisings that occurred throughout the centuries. He discusses the Tudor conquest of Ireland, the Elizabethan era, and the Plantations of Ireland. Throughout the book, Joyce provides detailed accounts of the major events and figures in Irish history, as well as the cultural and social developments that shaped the country. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the geography and context of the events he describes. Overall, A Short History of Ireland: From the Earliest Times to 1608 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, providing a comprehensive and detailed account of the country's past.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110471874X
• ISBN13: 9781104718749
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 2.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"