Standish O'Grady / Standish O’Grady
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Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
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Red Hugh’s Captivity: A Picture of Ireland, Social and Political, in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth is a historical book written by Standish O’Grady and published in 1889. The book tells the story of Red Hugh O’Donnell, an Irish chieftain who was captured and imprisoned by the English during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Through Red Hugh’s captivity, O’Grady paints a vivid picture of the social and political climate of Ireland during this time period.The book covers a range of topics, including the struggles between the Irish and English, the role of religion in Irish society, and the complex relationships between different Irish clans. O’Grady also explores the impact of English colonialism on Ireland and the ways in which the Irish people resisted and fought back against their oppressors.The book is written in a narrative style, with O’Grady using Red Hugh’s personal story to provide a broader commentary on Irish history and culture. Through his vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, O’Grady brings to life the people and events of this turbulent period in Irish history.Overall, Red Hugh’s Captivity is a fascinating and insightful look at a pivotal moment in Irish history, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history 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.
