Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of the Royal Dublin Society"" is a book written by Henry Fitz-Patrick Berry and published in 1915. The book is a comprehensive account of the Royal Dublin Society, which is one of the oldest learned societies in Ireland. The author traces the history of the society from its foundation in 1731 to the early 20th century. The book covers various aspects of the society's history, including its role in promoting agriculture, industry, and science in Ireland. It also provides a detailed account of the society's exhibitions, which were held regularly to showcase the latest developments in agriculture and industry. The author also discusses the society's contribution to the arts, including its support for the Royal Hibernian Academy and the National Gallery of Ireland. The book also includes biographical sketches of some of the society's prominent members, including Daniel O'Connell and William Rowan Hamilton. Overall, ""A History of the Royal Dublin Society"" provides a fascinating insight into the history of one of Ireland's most important cultural institutions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Ireland, agriculture, industry, and science.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.
