Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland, 1856, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

This book delves into the turbulent history of Ireland in the 9th and 10th centuries, a period marked by conflict and political upheaval. The author meticulously recounts a series of pivotal events, drawing on a variety of historical sources, including the Annals of the Four Masters and other contemporary texts. The book's narrative centers around the life and death of Cormac Mac Cuilennan, a figure who embodies the complex cultural landscape of Ireland at the time. Cormac, a king and a bishop, was a prominent figure who played a crucial role in both the religious and secular life of his time. The book explores the tensions between the traditional Irish pagan beliefs and the burgeoning influence of Christianity, highlighting the challenges faced by those who sought to reconcile these two forces. Beyond the specific historical figures and events, the book delves into broader thematic concerns, such as the nature of power, the role of religion in society, and the impact of conflict on Irish culture. Through its detailed historical accounts and insightful interpretations, the book provides a vivid glimpse into a tumultuous era in Irish history, offering valuable insights into the forces that shaped the nation’s destiny. This captivating exploration of a pivotal era in Irish history illuminates the political, religious, and cultural dynamics that defined medieval Ireland. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.