The Story Of The Irish Before The Conquest: From The Mythical Period To The Invasion Under Strongbow (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163280713)

""The Story of the Irish Before the Conquest"" by Mary C. Ferguson is a comprehensive account of the history of Ireland before the arrival of the Normans in the 12th century. The book covers the period from the mythical times of the Tuatha De Danann and the Fir Bolg, through the arrival of the Celts and the establishment of the Gaelic kingdoms, to the arrival of the Vikings and the eventual invasion under Strongbow.The author provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped Ireland during this period, including the role of religion, the emergence of the bardic tradition, and the impact of the Vikings on Irish society. She also explores the complex relationships between the various kingdoms and tribes that inhabited Ireland, and the conflicts and alliances that arose between them.Throughout the book, Ferguson draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient myths and legends, archaeological evidence, and historical accounts from both Irish and foreign sources. She also includes numerous maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the geography and culture of ancient Ireland.Overall, ""The Story of the Irish Before the Conquest"" provides a fascinating and informative account of a crucial period in Irish history, shedding light on the origins of Irish culture and identity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, and a valuable resource for students and scholars of Irish history and culture.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: Mary C. Ferguson
ISBN-10: 1163280712
ISBN-13: 9781163280713
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 318
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d