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The Story of the Irish Race Kindle Edition

by Seumas MacManus (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 291 ratings
The classic popular history of Ireland—its rich past, legends, religious and political life, culture, and contributions to the wider world.

In The Story of the Irish Race, popular storyteller Seumas MacManus provides a wide-ranging look at the development of Ireland and its people. Beginning with the early colonization by the Milesius of Spain, MacManus explores ancient stories about the Tuatha De Danann; Cuchullain; Fionn and the Fian; Irish invasions of Britain; St. Bridget and St. Patrick; the Vikings in Ireland; Irish missionaries and scholars abroad; and life and culture in ancient and medieval Ireland. He also investigates more recent events and names in Irish history, such as Oliver Cromwell, “The Wild Geese,” Wolfe Tone, Daniel O’Connell, the Fenians, the Famine, Charles Stewart Parnell, and the Land League. From its earliest days to the Easter Rising, MacManus provides an entertaining and enlightening look at one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.
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  1. Print length
    736 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Chartwell Books
  4. Publication date
    July 10, 2018
  5. File size
    3.7 MB
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Here is the whole saga of the Irish from earliest times to the present. Learn about Irish history, culture, religion, laws, arts, antiquities, folklore, trade, literature, heroes, and more. Although a work of sound scholarship, it is as easy to read as a superb novel.

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To understand modern Ireland one must understand the history of Ireland. Its legends, religious and political life, culture, and wider contributions to the world remain linked to its rich past.

In The Story of the Irish Race, popular writer and storyteller Seumas MacManus provides a wide-ranging look at the development of Ireland and its people. Beginning with the early colonization by the Milesius of Spain, MacManus explores ancient stories about the Tuatha De Danann, Cuchullain, Fionn and the Fian, Irish invasions of Britain, St. Bridget and St. Patrick, Irish missionaries and scholars abroad, and life and culture in ancient and medieval Ireland. He also investigates more recent events and names in Irish history, such as Oliver Cromwell, "The Wild Geese," Wolfe Tone, Daniel O'Connell, the Fenians, the Famine, Charles Stewart Parnell, and the Land League. From its earliest days to the Easter Rising, MacManus provides an entertaining and enlightening look at one of the most fascinating cultures we know.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07DQ71BJP
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Chartwell Books; 3rd edition (July 10, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 10, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.7 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 736 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 291 ratings

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Customers find the book compelling and well-written, providing a good overview of Ireland's long history. Moreover, the information content receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as an excellent addition to family history libraries. Additionally, customers appreciate the book's value for money.

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22 customers mention "Readability"17 positive5 negative

Customers find the book compelling and fun to read, with one customer noting it is written by a great author.

"...Outstanding read and if one wants to get the lowdown on this history of the Irish/Celts/Scots this is by far one of the more concise and..." Read more

"...And it is written by a really great author,, that writes with warmth, and love for his people, and their heritage...." Read more

"This is an excellent resource, written encyclopedic style, for a scholarly attempt at a history of the people known as Irish...." Read more

"...NOT light reading, but good for small sessions. One objection - ALL surnames mentioned in the book are NOT listed in the index...." Read more

19 customers mention "Irish history"17 positive2 negative

Customers appreciate the book's comprehensive overview of Ireland's long history, making it a must-read for those interested in Irish heritage, with one customer noting its detailed coverage of ancient kings and customs.

"...McManus tells a fascinating story, often a blend of legend and history, of one of the most significant ethnic groups in the world...." Read more

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"...Story of the Irish Race is fascinating to me, as it gives so much more detailed Irish history that I've never heard before!..." Read more

"...It will open your eyes to the great history this nation has." Read more

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Customers find the book informative, with one customer noting it provides a comprehensive overview of Irish history, while another describes it as an excellent reference.

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"...This is one of my favorites. McManus tells a fascinating story, often a blend of legend and history, of one of the most significant ethnic groups..." Read more

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"...Like many other first attempts, the best parts about it are the bibliography, and the candor with which the author(s) assess the various..." Read more

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  • Gunny
    5.0 out of 5 stars Irish history - in a nutsell!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2014
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    I first read this book from the library. Mine that I bought is in far better condition than the one I checked out. Outstanding read and if one wants to get the lowdown on this history of the Irish/Celts/Scots this is by far one of the more concise and understandable books on the history. Keep in mind, I am not prone to just handing out 5 stars, this is in outstanding condition, its an outstanding book and the price was reasonable!
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  • Jonathan W. Limebrook
    5.0 out of 5 stars The last of the Irish seanachies
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2022
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    Seumas McManus was a friend of my grandmother, and my mother had many of his books. This is one of my favorites. McManus tells a fascinating story, often a blend of legend and history, of one of the most significant ethnic groups in the world. He billed himself as "the last of the Irish seanachies (storytellers)" and he excels at it.

    The volume as ordered from Amazon was in perfect condition and arrived very quickly.
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  • paula
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great read! priced rigth!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2017
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    Great read! priced right, lots of info! Especially if you are traveling to Ireland, which we did, however, I should have bought it prior to going, it would have been really a lot of help with all interesting places that were at hand. And it is written by a really great author,, that writes with warmth, and love for his people, and their heritage. Not just an ordinary commentary, it is written with heart felt feeling, and love! tks, Amazon
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  • Paul F. Henegan
    5.0 out of 5 stars The first word, if not the last word, on who the Irish are
    Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2017
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    This is an excellent resource, written encyclopedic style, for a scholarly attempt at a history of the people known as Irish. Like many other first attempts, the best parts about it are the bibliography, and the candor with which the author(s) assess the various sources.

    The best news is that this edition appears to have been completely recomposited, so the Kindle edition seems to have been generated from digital text, rather than from error-prone optical character recognition (OCR). I have a copy of a hard-cover edition, and although some of the decorative illustrations are amusing, I'm really glad that the current editors chose to get the text accurate rather than try to reproduce the appearance of an earlier edition.
    15 people found this helpful
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  • Michael Delvecchio
    3.0 out of 5 stars Difficult to read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2022
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    My heritage is Italian, my daughter is marrying a great guy who has Irish background. I had to learn a bit about the history and evolution of the Irish people - this book is (apparently) authoritative, but very detailed and difficult to read. I'll keep at it to gain a better understanding.
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  • Colleen Slater
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating history!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2016
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    The Story of the Irish Race is fascinating to me, as it gives so much more detailed Irish history that I've never heard before! NOT light reading, but good for small sessions. One objection - ALL surnames mentioned in the book are NOT listed in the index. Especially interesting was where the peoples who BECAME "more Irish than the Irish" came from. Horrible to find out how the English treated the Irish - not something I knew well - and fun to read about the various women who were leaders at various stages.
    20 people found this helpful
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  • J. R. Harris
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent addition to any Family History Library.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2013
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    I am always interested in books written in the early twentieth century or earlier for doing family history research. These books tend to be written from a non revisionist perspective and offer the best opportunity to learn points of view and perspectives from individuals who have actually lived during the events or had the opporunity to interview participants from those events.
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  • Lady Elk
    4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive and enlightening
    Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2018
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    Most comprehensive history of the Irish race. Much information was unknown to me and probably many others who have nver delved into Irish history.
    Unfortunately, for someone without knowledge of Gaelic. it was almost impossible to pronounce the names and places referred to in the book. The extent of the impact of Irish scholars a nd learned clerics in ancient days was a revelation. It will open your eyes to the great history this nation has.
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  • 💣 Da Bomb 💣
    5.0 out of 5 stars right then
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2022
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    You aren’t finished seamy! Took me ages reading around this book and following the research. Well done. Although much of from the end of your book till today is covered in copious books, it would have been good to hear what you have to offer on the story of the Irish race to date. The part of the story of the Irish race post selling out the people of the north isn’t there. Good read all the same. Thanks.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 18, 2018
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    Excellent quality and delivery was ahead of schedule
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  • Mary McCormack
    4.0 out of 5 stars Very Interesting reading!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 9, 2014
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    Love reading the history of Ireland where my some of my ancestors came from. Found the book a 'wee' bit heavy going in places but persevered and enjoyed it very much! It's a book that I had been looking for years ago. I had glanced at a friend's copy years ago and therefore was very pleased to find a copy available on Amazon. Thank you so much. Book delivered on time and in very good condition. Overall, very pleased with the purchase and recommend this seller to everyone.
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  • SPECIAL AGENT MAGOO
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 9, 2017
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    Brilliant book, great service,price and delivered in good time
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