The Wild Rose of Lough Gill: A Tale of the Irish War in the Seventeenth Century (1883)

The Wild Rose of Lough Gill is a historical novel written by Patrick Grehan Smyth and published in 1883. Set during the Irish War of the 17th century, the story revolves around the life of a young woman named Rose O'Malley. Rose is the daughter of a wealthy Irish landowner who is caught in the midst of the conflict between the English and Irish forces.As the war rages on, Rose finds herself torn between her loyalty to her family and her love for an English soldier named Edward. Their love is forbidden, and they must navigate the dangerous political climate of the time to stay together.The novel is a thrilling tale of love, war, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in Irish history. It offers a vivid portrayal of the violence and upheaval that characterized the Irish War and the complex relationships between the English and Irish people.Smyth's writing is engaging and descriptive, capturing the beauty of the Irish landscape and the drama of the war. The Wild Rose of Lough Gill is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history or historical fiction.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.