Bücher von Maurice O'Connor Morris

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Dublin Castle is a historical non-fiction book written by Maurice O'Connor Morris. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and significance of the Dublin Castle, which was the seat of British power in Ireland for over 700 years. The author delves into the castle's architecture, its role in the political and social history of Ireland, and its connection to the British monarchy.The book begins with a detailed description of the castle's construction, which started in the 13th century. Morris then explores the castle's evolution over the centuries, from a military fortress to a center of administration and governance. He discusses the various historical events that took place within the castle walls, including the 1916 Easter Rising and the negotiations leading up to the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1921.Throughout the book, Morris provides insights into the lives of the people who lived and worked in the castle, including the viceroys, lords lieutenant, and other officials who wielded power over Ireland. He also examines the castle's impact on Irish culture and society, including its role in the suppression of Irish language and culture during the colonial era.Dublin Castle is a well-researched and engaging account of one of Ireland's most iconic landmarks. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Irish history, architecture, and politics.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.