The Ancient Forts of Ireland is a comprehensive book written by Thomas Johnson Westropp in 1902. The book explores the ancient forts of Ireland, their history, and their architectural features. It is a detailed study of the prehistoric and medieval fortifications that were built across Ireland, including ringforts, stone forts, and hillforts. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the construction techniques, materials used, and the strategic locations of these forts. He also examines the cultural and social significance of these forts in Irish history, including their role in warfare, trade, and religious practices. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs, maps, and diagrams, providing a visual representation of the various types of forts and their features. The Ancient Forts of Ireland is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history, archaeology, and architecture.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.