{"product_id":"when-cromwell-came-to-drogheda-randal-mcdonnell-9781164007876","title":"When Cromwell Came To Drogheda: A Memory Of 1649 (1913)","description":"When Cromwell Came To Drogheda: A Memory Of 1649 is a historical book written by Randal McDonnell and published in 1913. The book recounts the events that took place in the Irish town of Drogheda during the English Civil War, specifically during the Cromwellian Conquest of Ireland. McDonnell, who was born in the mid-19th century, wrote the book as a personal recollection of his family's experiences during the siege of Drogheda. The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the siege, the battle itself, and its aftermath. McDonnell describes the brutality of the siege and the atrocities committed by the English army, led by Oliver Cromwell. He also provides insights into the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the Irish and English, and the religious conflicts between Catholics and Protestants. Throughout the book, McDonnell also reflects on the impact that the siege had on the town and its people, including his own family. He describes the destruction of the town and the loss of life, as well as the emotional toll that the siege took on those who survived. Overall, When Cromwell Came To Drogheda: A Memory Of 1649 is a vivid and personal account of one of the most significant events in Irish history. It provides a unique perspective on the siege of Drogheda and its lasting impact on the people and culture 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Randal McDonnell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1164007874\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781164007876\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 154\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.47lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.33d","brand":"Randal McDonnell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48993656176895,"sku":"9781164007876","price":23.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/when-cromwell-came-to-drogheda-randal-mcdonnell-9781164007876","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}