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

A Short History of Ireland: From the Earliest Times to 1608 is a book written by Patrick Weston Joyce and published in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Ireland from its earliest known settlements up to the year 1608. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period in Ireland's history. It begins with the prehistoric era and covers the arrival of the Celts, the influence of Christianity, the Viking invasions, the Norman conquest, the Tudor period, and the Plantation of Ulster. Joyce's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of knowledge on the subject. He provides a wealth of information on the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped Ireland throughout its history. Overall, A Short History of Ireland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history of this fascinating country. It is a timeless work that continues to be relevant today, offering insight into the complex and often turbulent history of Ireland.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.