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A Popular History of Ireland

From the Earliest Period to the Emancipation of the Catholics — CompleteBy Thomas D'Arcy McGee

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In "A Popular History of Ireland," Thomas D'Arcy McGee offers a sweeping narrative that chronicles the rich tapestry of Ireland's past, weaving together events from prehistoric times to the mid-19th century. The literary style is accessible yet imbued with an undeniable passion for Irish culture and identity, reflecting a blend of historical rigor and romantic narrative. McGee's work serves as both a popular introduction to Irish history and a political manifesto, as he emphasizes national pride and unity during a period marked by turmoil and division, particularly in the context of Irish nationalism and the movement for self-governance. Thomas D'Arcy McGee was not only a historian but also a renowned politician and journalist who played a pivotal role in the push for Irish independence. A deeply committed nationalist, McGee's own experiences as an expatriate informed his perspectives on identity, belonging, and the importance of historical consciousness in shaping national future. His synthesis of personal conviction and scholarly endeavor resulted in a compelling narrative that seeks to inspire a sense of shared heritage among readers. Scholars, students, and anyone interested in the complexities of Irish identity will find McGee's "A Popular History of Ireland" to be a valuable resource. The book invites readers to explore the nuances of a nation'Äôs struggles and triumphs, making it an essential read for those looking to understand the profound journey of Ireland through the ages.

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Publish dateNov 16, 2023

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1BOOK I.

2CHAPTER I. THE FIRST INHABITANTS.

3CHAPTER II. THE FIRST AGES.

4CHAPTER III. CHRISTIANITY PREACHED AT TARA—THE RESULT.

5CHAPTER IV. THE CONSTITUTION, AND HOW THE KINGS KEPT IT.

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6CHAPTER V. REIGN OF HUGH II.—THE IRISH COLONY IN SCOTLAND OBTAINS ITS INDEPENDENCE.

7CHAPTER VI. KINGS OF THE SEVENTH CENTURY.

8CHAPTER VII. KINGS OF THE EIGHTH CENTURY.

9CHAPTER VIII. WHAT THE IRISH SCHOOLS AND SAINTS DID IN THE THREE FIRST CHRISTIAN CENTURIES.

10BOOK II.

11CHAPTER I. THE DANISH INVASION.

12CHAPTER II. KINGS OF THE NINTH CENTURY (CONTINUED)—NIAL III.—MALACHY I.—HUGH VII.

13CHAPTER III. REIGN OF FLAN &quot;OF THE SHANNON&quot; (A.D. 879 TO 916).

14CHAPTER IV. KINGS OF THE TENTH CENTURY; NIAL IV.; DONOGH II.; CONGAL III.; DONALD IV.

15CHAPTER V. REIGN OF MALACHY II. AND RIVALRY OF BRIAN.

16CHAPTER VI. BRIAN, ARD-RIGH—BATTLE OF CLONTARF.

17CHAPTER VII. EFFECTS OF THE RIVALRY OF BRIAN AND MALACHY ON THE ANCIENT CONSTITUTION.

18CHAPTER VIII. LATTER DAYS OF THE NORTHMEN IN IRELAND.

19BOOK III. WAR OF SUCCESSION.

20CHAPTER I. THE FORTUNES OF THE FAMILY OF BRIAN.

21CHAPTER II. THE CONTEST BETWEEN THE NORTH AND SOUTH—RISE OF THE FAMILY OF O&#x27;CONOR.

22CHAPTER III. THORLOGH MORE O&#x27;CONOR—MURKERTACH OF AILEACH—ACCESSION OF RODERICK O&#x27;CONOR.

23CHAPTER IV. STATE OF RELIGION AND LEARNING AMONG THE IRISH, PREVIOUS TO THE ANGLO-NORMAN INVASION.

24CHAPTER V. SOCIAL CONDITION OF THE IRISH PREVIOUS TO THE NORMAN INVASION.

25CHAPTER VI. FOREIGN RELATIONS OF THE IRISH PREVIOUS TO THE ANGLO-NORMAN INVASION.

26BOOK IV. THE NORMANS IN IRELAND.

27CHAPTER I. DERMID McMURROGH&#x27;S NEGOTIATIONS AND SUCCESS—THE FIRST EXPEDITION OF THE NORMANS INTO IRELAND.

28CHAPTER II. THE ARMS, ARMOUR AND TACTICS OF THE NORMANS AND IRISH.

29CHAPTER III. THE FIRST CAMPAIGN OF EARL RICHARD—SIEGE OF DUBLIN—DEATH OF KING DERMID McMURROGH.

30CHAPTER IV. SECOND CAMPAIGN OF EARL RICHARD—HENRY II. IN IRELAND.

31CHAPTER V. FROM THE RETURN OF HENRY II. TO ENGLAND TILL THE DEATH OF EARL RICHARD AND HIS PRINCIPAL COMPANIONS.

32CHAPTER VI. THE LAST YEARS OF THE ARD-RIGH, RODERICK O&#x27;CONOR.

33CHAPTER VII. ASSASSINATION OF HUGH DE LACY—JOHN &quot;LACKLAND&quot; IN IRELAND—VARIOUS EXPEDITIONS OF JOHN DE COURCY—DEATH OF CONOR MOINMOY, AND RISE OF CATHAL, &quot;THE RED-HANDED&quot; O&#x27;CONOR—CLOSE OF THE CAREER OF DE COURCY AND DE BURGH.

34CHAPTER VIII. EVENTS OF THE THIRTEENTH CENTURY—THE NORMANS IN CONNAUGHT.

35CHAPTER IX. EVENTS OF THE THIRTEENTH CENTURY—THE NORMANS IN MUNSTER AND LEINSTER.

36CHAPTER X. EVENTS OF THE THIRTEENTH CENTURY—THE NORMANS IN MEATH AND ULSTER.

37CHAPTER XI. RETROSPECT OF THE NORMAN PERIOD IN IRELAND—A GLANCE AT THE MILITARY TACTICS OF THE TIMES—NO CONQUEST OF THE COUNTRY IN THE THIRTEENTH CENTURY.

38CHAPTER XII. STATE OF SOCIETY AND LEARNING IN IRELAND DURING THE NORMAN PERIOD.

39BOOK V. THE ERA OF KING EDWARD BRUCE.

40CHAPTER I. THE RISE OF &quot;THE RED EARL&quot;—RELATIONS OF IRELAND AND SCOTLAND.

41CHAPTER II. THE NORTHERN IRISH ENTER INTO ALLIANCE WITH KING ROBERT BRUCE—ARRIVAL AND FIRST CAMPAIGN OF EDWARD BRUCE.

42CHAPTER III. BRUCE&#x27;S SECOND CAMPAIGN, AND CORONATION AT DUNDALK—THE RISING IN CONNAUGHT—BATTLE OF ATHENRY—ROBERT BRUCE IN IRELAND.

43CHAPTER IV. BATTLE OF FAUGHARD AND DEATH OF KING EDWARD BRUCE—CONSEQUENCES OF HIS INVASION—EXTINCTION OF THE EARLDOM OF ULSTER—IRISH OPINION OF EDWARD BRUCE.

44BOOK VI. THE NATIVE, THE NATURALIZED, AND &quot;THE ENGLISH INTEREST.&quot;

45CHAPTER I. CIVIL WAR IN ENGLAND—ITS EFFECTS ON THE ANGLO-IRISH—THE KNIGHTS OF SAINT JOHN—GENERAL DESIRE OF THE ANGLO-IRISH TO NATURALIZE THEMSELVES AMONG THE NATIVE POPULATION—A POLICY OF NON-INTERCOURSE BETWEEN THE RACES RESOLVED ON IN ENGLAND.

46CHAPTER II. LIONEL, DUKE OF CLARENCE, LORD LIEUTENANT—THE PENAL CODE OF RACE—&quot;THE STATUTE OF KILKENNY,&quot; AND SOME OF ITS CONSEQUENCES.

47CHAPTER III. ART McMURROGH, LORD OF LEINSTER—FIRST EXPEDITION OF RICHARD II., OF ENGLAND, TO IRELAND.

48CHAPTER IV. SUBSEQUENT PROCEEDINGS OF RICHARD II.—LIEUTENANCY AND DEATH OF THE EARL OF MARCH—SECOND EXPEDITION OF RICHARD AGAINST ART McMURROGH—CHANGE OF DYNASTY IN ENGLAND.

49CHAPTER V. PARTIES WITHIN &quot;THE PALE&quot;—BATTLES OF KILMAINHAM AND KILLUCAN—SIR JOHN TALBOT&#x27;S LORD LIEUTENANCY.

50CHAPTER I. ACTS OF THE NATIVE PRINCES—SUBDIVISION OF TRIBES AND TERRITORIES—ANGLO-IRISH TOWNS UNDER NATIVE PROTECTION—ATTEMPT OF THADDEUS O&#x27;BRIEN, PRINCE OF THOMOND, TO RESTORE THE MONARCHY—RELATIONS OF THE RACES IN THE FIFTEENTH CENTURY.