This fascinating historical work provides a first-hand account of the momentous events that shaped Ireland in the mid-17th century, a time of rebellion, war, and political upheaval. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and featuring rare and fascinating illustrations, this book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Ireland and its people. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.