Publisher's Synopsis
Memoir of the Ven. Oliver Plunket: Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland (1895) is a book written by Patrick Francis Moran. The book is a detailed account of the life and career of Oliver Plunket, who was an Irish Roman Catholic Archbishop and Primate of All Ireland. The memoir covers Plunket's early life, education, and his rise to prominence in the Catholic Church in Ireland. It also delves into the political and religious climate of Ireland during Plunket's time, including the persecution of Catholics by the English authorities. The book provides an insight into Plunket's efforts to defend the rights of Catholics and his role in the Irish rebellion of 1641. The memoir also covers Plunket's trial and execution for alleged treason against the English Crown, which made him a martyr and a symbol of Irish resistance against British rule. Overall, the book is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of Oliver Plunket, a prominent figure in Irish history and the Catholic Church.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.
