Strongbow
The Norman Invasion of Ireland
Published on 21. October 2013
256 pages
978-1-84717-607-3 (ISBN)
Description
The coming of the Normans to Ireland from 1169 is a pivotal moment in the country's history. It is a period full of bloodthirsty battles, both between armies and individuals. With colourful personalities and sharp political twists and turns, Strongbow's story is a fascinating one.
Combining the writing style of an award-winning novelist with expert scholarship, historian Conor Kostick has written a powerful and absorbing book about the Normans in Ireland, and the stormy affairs of an extraordinary era.
Combining the writing style of an award-winning novelist with expert scholarship, historian Conor Kostick has written a powerful and absorbing book about the Normans in Ireland, and the stormy affairs of an extraordinary era.
Reviews / Votes
a lively and engaging read; a perfect introduction to history for anyone who thinks it stuffy or boring -- Irish Roots really enjoyable -- Newstalk's Talking History this is the book for you -- Newstalk's Talking History Beautifully written -- Clare County ExpressMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Dublin
Ireland
Illustrations
Index; 3 Maps; 30 Halftones, color
File size
8,88 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-84717-607-3 (9781847176073)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
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Book
10/2013
O'Brien Press Ltd
€38.56
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Person
Conor Kostick is a novelist and historian living in Dublin; he holds a PhD and a gold medal from Trinity College Dublin. His research into medieval history has won a number of awards, including the Dublinia Medieval Essay Prize, the Marsh's Library Fellowship, and the prestigious European Marie Curie award. His other history books include The Siege of Jerusalem: Crusade and Conquest in 1099; Revolution in Ireland and - together with Lorcan Collins -The Easter Rising: A Guide to Dublin.
Content
Genealogical Table' page 8
List of Historical Figures 11
Chronology 12
Maps 15
Preface 19
1 Normanitas 23
2 Humiliation 53
3 Alliance 86
4 Clashes and Reckonings 117
5 Strongbow in Ireland 141
6 1171: A Year of Crises 162
7 King Henry 11 in Ireland 186
8 Legacy 219
Afterword and Further Reading 230
Other Sources 233
Notes 234
Index 236
List of Historical Figures 11
Chronology 12
Maps 15
Preface 19
1 Normanitas 23
2 Humiliation 53
3 Alliance 86
4 Clashes and Reckonings 117
5 Strongbow in Ireland 141
6 1171: A Year of Crises 162
7 King Henry 11 in Ireland 186
8 Legacy 219
Afterword and Further Reading 230
Other Sources 233
Notes 234
Index 236
