History Of The Town And County Of Wexford (1904)

518 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

""History Of The Town And County Of Wexford"" is a comprehensive book written by Philip Herbert Hore in 1904. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Wexford, a town and county located in Ireland. The author covers the history of the town and county from prehistoric times to the early 20th century. Hore's book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period of time. The author discusses the early settlements in the area, the arrival of the Normans, and the subsequent changes in the political and social structure of the town and county. The book also delves into the religious history of Wexford, including the establishment of monasteries and the impact of the Reformation. Hore also covers the economic development of the town and county, including the growth of the fishing industry and the impact of the potato famine.The author provides detailed descriptions of significant events in the town and county's history, such as the 1798 Rebellion and the Battle of Vinegar Hill. Hore also includes information on notable figures from Wexford's past, including bishops, politicians, and writers.Overall, ""History Of The Town And County Of Wexford"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland and the town and county of Wexford specifically. The book provides a thorough and engaging account of the area's past, making it an essential read for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Ireland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Geschichte allgemein und Weltgeschichte
• ISBN: 9781120627735
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.11.2009
• Größe: 235 x 191 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Herausgegeben von: Philip Herbert Hore