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''The Flight of the Earls'' is a historical book written by George Hill and published in 1878. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the departure of the Earls of Tyrone and Tyrconnell from Ulster in the autumn of 1607. The book is based on the first-hand accounts of the Earls themselves, who wrote about their experiences in letters to various European courts.The book begins with a brief history of Ireland and the political situation leading up to the Flight of the Earls. It then delves into the personal stories of the Earls and their reasons for leaving Ulster. The Earls were Catholic noblemen who had been involved in a rebellion against English rule in Ireland. After the rebellion failed, they were granted a pardon by the English government but were still subject to various restrictions and harassment.Feeling that their lives were in danger, the Earls decided to leave Ireland and seek refuge in Europe. They embarked on a perilous journey across the sea, facing storms and pirate attacks along the way. The book describes their journey in detail, as well as their reception in various European courts.Overall, ''The Flight of the Earls'' provides a fascinating insight into a pivotal moment in Irish history. It sheds light on the complex political and religious tensions of the time and offers a unique perspective on the events from the point of view of the Earls themselves.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.
