Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland, Vol. 6: By the Four Masters (Classic Reprint)

Step into the tumultuous world of 16th-century Ireland with this captivating historical chronicle. The author meticulously documents the intricate power struggles, shifting alliances, and relentless conflicts that shaped the nation during a pivotal era. Through vivid descriptions and detailed accounts, the book delves into the lives of prominent figures like the Maguires, O'Donnells, Burkes, and O'Rourkes, offering a glimpse into the Gaelic aristocratic society and their interactions with the expanding English Crown's influence. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the Tudor conquest, showcasing the clash between Irish traditions and English legal systems, the complexities of land ownership, and the escalating tensions that led to widespread rebellions. This book explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, ambition, and the enduring human cost of war. The author's insightful observations provide a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted factors that contributed to the turbulent state of Ireland in the late 16th century. By shedding light on the events and personalities of this period, this book offers valuable insights into the historical forces that continue to resonate in Ireland today. 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.