A Catechism Of The History Of Ireland

''A Catechism of the History of Ireland: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern'' is a comprehensive book written by James Joseph Brennan and published in 1878. This book provides a detailed overview of the history of Ireland, covering various periods from ancient times to the modern era. The book is written in a question-and-answer format, making it easy for readers to understand and retain the information. The book begins with an introduction to the geography and early inhabitants of Ireland, followed by a discussion of the country’s legendary and mythological history. The author then delves into the early Christian period and the arrival of the Vikings, and provides an in-depth analysis of the Norman invasion and subsequent Anglo-Irish relations. The book also covers the Tudor and Stuart periods, the 1798 Rebellion, and the Great Famine. Additionally, it explores the political and social developments of the 19th century, including the Home Rule movement and the Easter Rising of 1916. Overall, ''A Catechism of the History of Ireland'' is an informative and engaging book that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of Ireland’s rich and complex history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Irish history, culture, and politics.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.