Two great Ulster estates come to life through a meticulous, document‑driven history that follows the land and its owners over centuries.
This nonfiction work chronicles the two manors, Finagh in Tyrone and Coole in Fermanagh, tracing their origins, family lineages, transfers of property, and the legal instruments that shaped their fate. Rich in maps, wills, and archival detail, the book brings early plantations, marriages, and long‑term stewardship into clear focus for readers interested in Irish landscape, law, and inheritance.
- Learn how these estates changed hands across generations—from the early charters to the Belmore era.
- See the interplay of family stories, land deals, and legal settlements that guided title and ownership.
- Explore the notes, appendices, and authorities that researchers rely on to interpret old records.
- Discover how maps and legal documents illuminate the history behind long‑standing property rules and divisions.
Ideal for readers of Irish land history, genealogy, and archival research who want a grounded, source‑driven portrait of two enduring manors and the families who owned them.