Publisher's Synopsis
""Dermot MacMorrogh; Or The Conquest Of Ireland: An Historical Tale Of The Twelfth Century In Four Cantos"" is a historical novel written by John Quincy Adams. The story is set in the twelfth century, and it follows the life of Dermot MacMorrogh, an Irish king who is exiled from his homeland. Dermot seeks the help of Henry II, the King of England, to regain his kingdom. Henry agrees to help Dermot, and together they launch a campaign to conquer Ireland. The novel is divided into four cantos, each of which describes a different phase of the conquest. The story is filled with battles, political intrigue, and romance. It is a vivid portrayal of the struggles between the Irish and the English during this time period. The book is written in a poetic style, with rich descriptions of the landscape and characters. Overall, ""Dermot MacMorrogh; Or The Conquest Of Ireland"" is a captivating historical tale that will appeal to readers who enjoy epic stories of war and conquest.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.
