A sweeping medieval romance told in verse, weaving love and power through Ireland’s Desmond realm.
This edition presents a vivid metrical tale set in an age of clans, castles, and long loyalties. Rich with Irish history and Norman influence, it blends expressive lyric narrative with historical notes that illuminate the world of the Desmonds and their courts. You’ll ride from oak-ford legends to grand halls, guided by ballads, banners, and the shaping questions of love, identity, and power.
- Experience a narrative that moves between lyrical love scenes and the shifting politics of a divided land.
- Explore the Desmond lineage, its conflicts with kin, and its complex blend of Irish and Norman culture.
- Encounter characters and settings drawn from traditional lore and historical context.
- Enjoy introductory notes that place the poem within Irish history and literary tradition.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical poetry, balladry, and epic tales rooted in real places and events.