The History of Ireland Volumes 1-2, From the Treaty of Limerick to the Present Time: Being a Continuation of the History of the Abbe Macgeoghegan, written by John Mitchel in 1869, is a comprehensive account of the history of Ireland from the late seventeenth century to the mid-nineteenth century. The book is a continuation of the work of Abbe Macgeoghegan, who had written a history of Ireland up until the end of the seventeenth century. Volume 1 of the book covers the period from the Treaty of Limerick in 1691, which ended the Williamite War in Ireland, to the Act of Union in 1800, which united Ireland with Great Britain. It discusses the various political, social, and economic developments that occurred during this time, including the rise of Irish nationalism, the impact of the Penal Laws on the Catholic population, and the growth of the Irish economy.Volume 2 covers the period from the Act of Union in 1800 to the mid-nineteenth century, including the Great Famine of the 1840s, which had a devastating impact on the Irish population. The book also discusses the various political movements and events that occurred during this time, including the Catholic Emancipation Act of 1829, the Young Ireland movement, and the Repeal movement.Throughout the book, Mitchel provides a detailed and comprehensive account of Irish history, drawing on a wide range of sources to provide a nuanced and balanced perspective. He also offers his own analysis and interpretation of events, providing insights into the complex political and social dynamics that shaped Irish history during this period. Overall, The History of Ireland Volumes 1-2 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland and its people.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.
