| Author |
Lawless, Emily, 1845-1913 |
| Title |
The Story of Ireland
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team.
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| Summary |
"The Story of Ireland" by Emily Lawless is a historical account published during the late 19th century. This work seeks to explore the rich and complex history of Ireland from its earliest inhabitants through various invasions, political struggles, and cultural developments that have shaped the nation over centuries. The narrative delves into key events, figures, and periods, aiming to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Ireland's tumultuous past. The opening of the book establishes a metaphorical framework for navigating Irish history, likening it to a long, dark road filled with pitfalls and distractions, suggesting that exploring this history requires both courage and discernment. It introduces the primeval period of Ireland, describing an island once barren and uninhabited, later inhabited by various tribes such as the Formorians, Firbolgs, and Tuatha-da-Danaans. The text emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding early historical records and the importance of oral traditions, hinting at the personal stories of the land and its peoples that will be woven throughout the narrative. The content lays the groundwork for a deeper exploration of Ireland's legendary past and the interplay of myth and reality in shaping its identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Ireland -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11917 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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