The Viceroys of Ireland By: Charles Kingston O'Mahony (1884-)
In Charles Kingston O'Mahony's gripping historical account, The Viceroys of Ireland, readers are taken on a captivating journey through Ireland's complex past under British rule. The author meticulously outlines the various viceroys who held the reins of power, shedding light on their actions, motivations, and lasting impacts on the Emerald Isle. One of the book's greatest strengths lies in O'Mahony's ability to provide a comprehensive overview of each viceroy's tenure, revealing their unique personalities and approaches to governing. From their arrival at Dublin Castle to their often tumultuous departures, every viceroy's story is brought to life with meticulous research and attention to detail. This makes it exceedingly easy for readers to empathize with the viceroys, as their own struggles and triumphs are interwoven into the larger narrative of Irish history. The author's writing style is refreshingly engaging and accessible, effectively bridging the gap between academic rigor and mass appeal. Though dealing with a complex subject matter, O'Mahony wisely avoids overwhelming readers with dense jargon or overly technical language. Instead, he presents the information in a clear and structured manner, while maintaining a compelling narrative flow. This ensures that the book remains accessible to both history enthusiasts and general readers alike. Moreover, O'Mahony successfully captures the atmosphere of each historical period, immersing readers in the political, social, and cultural climate of Ireland during the viceroyalties. Through vivid descriptions and well-chosen anecdotes, he paints a vivid picture of the challenges and contradictions faced by both the viceroys and the Irish population. This approach lends an authentic and human aspect to the story, allowing readers to better understand the complex dynamics at play in Ireland's history. While The Viceroys of Ireland offers a comprehensive overview of the period, it could have benefited from a stronger analysis of the consequences of viceroyalty rule. While O'Mahony acknowledges the impact of certain decisions made by the viceroys, a deeper exploration of their long-term effects on Ireland's political, social, and economic landscape would have added an extra layer of insight. Nevertheless, this minor shortcoming does not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment and educational value of the book. In conclusion, Charles Kingston O'Mahony's The Viceroys of Ireland is a captivating and well-researched account of Ireland's history under British rule. By delving into the lives and actions of the viceroys, the author provides readers with a nuanced and multifaceted understanding of this tumultuous period. With its engaging writing style, comprehensive coverage, and immersive storytelling, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of Ireland's past. First Page: [Frontispiece: The Earl of Aberdeen, K.T.] THE VICEROYS OF IRELAND THE STORY OF THE LONG LINE OF NOBLEMEN AND THEIR WIVES WHO HAVE RULED IRELAND AND IRISH SOCIETY FOR OVER SEVEN HUNDRED YEARS BY CHARLES O'MAHONY WITH PHOTOGRAVURE FRONTISPIECE AND THIRTY TWO OTHER PORTRAITS AND ILLUSTRATIONS LONDON JOHN LONG, LIMITED NORRIS STREET, HAYMARKET MCMXII TO MY WIFE {ix} PREFACE This is the first complete history of the viceroys of Ireland, the only other book on the subject being the late Sir John T. Gilbert's, which was published in 1864. But as he dealt with the viceroys between 1172 and 1509 only, his book has no claim to completeness. In common with all writers on Ireland, however, I must express my acknowledgments to Gilbert. His keen and discerning research work, covering the first two hundred years of the viceroyalty, has been of the utmost value to me. Irish affairs appear certain to monopolize public and parliamentary attention this year, and on this account I think that the history of the men who have ruled Ireland for nearly seven hundred and fifty years will be read with interest. Of the illustrations, that of Lord Aberdeen is from a photograph by M. Lafayette of Dublin and London, who has also supplied the photographs of Lady Aberdeen, Lords Dudley, Spencer, Londonderry, Cadogan, and Crewe, King Edward at the {x} Dublin Exhibition, and those of the Viceregal Lodge, St... Continue reading book >>

The Viceroys of Ireland By: Charles Kingston O'Mahony (1884-)

In Charles Kingston O'Mahony's gripping historical account, The Viceroys of Ireland, readers are taken on a captivating journey through Ireland's complex past under British rule. The author meticulously outlines the various viceroys who held the reins of power, shedding light on their actions, motivations, and lasting impacts on the Emerald Isle.

One of the book's greatest strengths lies in O'Mahony's ability to provide a comprehensive overview of each viceroy's tenure, revealing their unique personalities and approaches to governing. From their arrival at Dublin Castle to their often tumultuous departures, every viceroy's story is brought to life with meticulous research and attention to detail. This makes it exceedingly easy for readers to empathize with the viceroys, as their own struggles and triumphs are interwoven into the larger narrative of Irish history.

The author's writing style is refreshingly engaging and accessible, effectively bridging the gap between academic rigor and mass appeal. Though dealing with a complex subject matter, O'Mahony wisely avoids overwhelming readers with dense jargon or overly technical language. Instead, he presents the information in a clear and structured manner, while maintaining a compelling narrative flow. This ensures that the book remains accessible to both history enthusiasts and general readers alike.

Moreover, O'Mahony successfully captures the atmosphere of each historical period, immersing readers in the political, social, and cultural climate of Ireland during the viceroyalties. Through vivid descriptions and well-chosen anecdotes, he paints a vivid picture of the challenges and contradictions faced by both the viceroys and the Irish population. This approach lends an authentic and human aspect to the story, allowing readers to better understand the complex dynamics at play in Ireland's history.

While The Viceroys of Ireland offers a comprehensive overview of the period, it could have benefited from a stronger analysis of the consequences of viceroyalty rule. While O'Mahony acknowledges the impact of certain decisions made by the viceroys, a deeper exploration of their long-term effects on Ireland's political, social, and economic landscape would have added an extra layer of insight. Nevertheless, this minor shortcoming does not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment and educational value of the book.

In conclusion, Charles Kingston O'Mahony's The Viceroys of Ireland is a captivating and well-researched account of Ireland's history under British rule. By delving into the lives and actions of the viceroys, the author provides readers with a nuanced and multifaceted understanding of this tumultuous period. With its engaging writing style, comprehensive coverage, and immersive storytelling, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper knowledge of Ireland's past.

First Page:

[Frontispiece: The Earl of Aberdeen, K.T.]

THE VICEROYS OF

IRELAND

THE STORY OF THE LONG LINE OF NOBLEMEN

AND THEIR WIVES WHO HAVE RULED

IRELAND AND IRISH SOCIETY FOR

OVER SEVEN HUNDRED

YEARS

CHARLES O'MAHONY

WITH PHOTOGRAVURE FRONTISPIECE AND THIRTY TWO OTHER

PORTRAITS AND ILLUSTRATIONS

LONDON

JOHN LONG, LIMITED

NORRIS STREET, HAYMARKET

MCMXII

MY WIFE

{ix}

PREFACE

This is the first complete history of the viceroys of Ireland, the only other book on the subject being the late Sir John T. Gilbert's, which was published in 1864. But as he dealt with the viceroys between 1172 and 1509 only, his book has no claim to completeness. In common with all writers on Ireland, however, I must express my acknowledgments to Gilbert. His keen and discerning research work, covering the first two hundred years of the viceroyalty, has been of the utmost value to me.

Irish affairs appear certain to monopolize public and parliamentary attention this year, and on this account I think that the history of the men who have ruled Ireland for nearly seven hundred and fifty years will be read with interest.

Of the illustrations, that of Lord Aberdeen is from a photograph by M. Lafayette of Dublin and London, who has also supplied the photographs of Lady Aberdeen, Lords Dudley, Spencer, Londonderry, Cadogan, and Crewe, King Edward at the {x} Dublin Exhibition, and those of the Viceregal Lodge, St... Continue reading book >>

Genres for this book
History
Politics

eBook links
Wikipedia – Charles Kingston O'Mahony
Wikipedia – The Viceroys of Ireland

eBook Downloads
ePUB eBook • iBooks for iPhone and iPad • Nook • Sony Reader	Kindle eBook • Mobi file format for Kindle
Read eBook • Load eBook in browser	Text File eBook • Computers • Windows • Mac