Title: Life of the Most Rev. Oliver Plunket (Classic Reprint): Archbishop of Armagh, and Primate of All Ireland, Who Suffered Death for the Catholic Faith in the Year 1681
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0259812978
ISBN 13: 9780259812975
Binding: paperback
Condition: Fair
Weight: 19 ounces

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Journey through the life of Oliver Plunket, a key figure in Irish Catholic history, told with careful scholarship and reverent detail.

This historical biography presents the arc of Plunket’s life—from his Dublin birth and family connections to his rise as Archbishop of Armagh and his enduring legacy as a defender of faith during a turbulent era. Drawing on archival material, the book traces his education, calls to ministry, and the challenges he faced as persecution shaped the church in Ireland and beyond.

What you will encounter includes a portrait of his early life, his links to prominent Irish families, and the broader context of Catholic resilience in 17th‑century Britain and Ireland. The narrative also highlights the legacy that followed his death, including how his memory was venerated and preserved in religious communities across Europe.

A clear, chronological account of Plunket’s upbringing and education

Details on his rise within the Irish church and his historic role as primate

Context for the religious and political climate of 17th‑century Ireland

Insights into his lasting impact and how his memory was honored

Ideal for readers of Irish church history and biographical works about courageous religious figures.

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