The United Irishmen: Their Lives and Times (1916)

The United Irishmen: Their Lives And Times is a historical book written by Richard Robert Madden and published in 1916. The book is a comprehensive account of the United Irishmen, a political organization that was active in Ireland during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Madden provides a detailed analysis of the organization's origins, its leaders, and the events that led to its downfall.The book covers the lives of key figures such as Wolfe Tone, Napper Tandy, and Lord Edward Fitzgerald, as well as the role played by women in the movement. Madden also explores the political and social context of the time, including the French Revolution, the rise of nationalism in Ireland, and the impact of the Protestant Ascendancy.The United Irishmen: Their Lives And Times is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history and the struggle for independence. It presents a detailed and nuanced account of a pivotal period in Irish history and sheds light on the complex political and social forces that shaped it. The book remains a classic work of Irish history and is widely regarded as an essential text for anyone seeking to understand the roots of Irish nationalism.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.