Publisher's Synopsis
Orange and Green: A Tale of the Boyne and Limerick is a historical fiction novel written by G.A. Henty and originally published in 1888. The book follows the story of Ned, a young Irish boy who is caught up in the conflict between the Protestant Orange Order and the Catholic Irish Republicans in the late 17th century. Set against the backdrop of the Battle of the Boyne and the Siege of Limerick, the novel explores the political and religious tensions that divided Ireland during this period. As Ned becomes increasingly involved in the conflict, he must navigate the complicated relationships between the different factions and decide where his loyalties lie.Throughout the book, Henty weaves together historical events and figures with fictional characters and plotlines, creating a vivid and engaging portrait of this turbulent time in Irish history. The novel also touches on themes of loyalty, family, and the power of personal conviction.Overall, Orange and Green: A Tale of the Boyne and Limerick is a compelling and historically rich novel that offers a unique perspective on the complex and often violent history of Ireland.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.
