Castles of Ireland - Softcover

Fitzgerald, Mairead Ashe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0862789885 ISBN 13: 9780862789886

Publisher: O'Brien Press, 2007

Synopsis

Castles are the most familiar medieval landmark across the Irish countryside. Their often romantic appearance belies their turbulent history and their lore abounds in stories of sieges, betrayals and daring escapes. From the earliest stone castles such as Dublin Castle to the fortified manor houses such as Red Hugh O'Donnell's Donegal Castle, each has a fascinating and individual story to tell. Castles of Ireland brings the reader on a tour of more than sixty castles, from the biggest and most well-known to dramatic and atmospheric ruins which had a role to play in shaping Ireland's history.

About this title

About the Author

Mairead Ashe Fitzgerald was born in the parish of Columcille in Longford and grew up in County Clare. A former teacher of Irish and History, she now works with a Dublin publishing house. She studied archeology and Irish and has a lifelong, profound interest in the Early Irish period and traditions.

Edition details

• Publisher: O'Brien Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0862789885
• ISBN 13: 9780862789886
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 48