02339cam a22003373u 4500 62488 UtSlPG 20260610134435.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 05006508 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Adams, Constance Louisa, 1870-1959 Castles of Ireland: Some Fortress Histories and Legends Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-06-27 Produced by Richard Hulse, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Castles of Ireland: Some Fortress Histories and Legends" by Constance Louisa Adams is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the significant castles of Ireland, providing accounts of their histories and associated legends. It aims to illuminate the turbulent past encapsulated in these fortifications, many of which have been overlooked or forgotten. At the start of the book, the author explains the abundant presence of castles across Ireland and sets the stage for a detailed exploration of their significance. In the introduction, Adams mentions that the book serves as a first attempt to compile their histories, though it may not cover every castle due to the sheer number. She reflects on how these ruins stir a sense of history and nostalgia, while also hinting at the legends surrounding some of the castles, which often include tales of battles, noble families, and ghosts. The opening portion establishes a tone that intertwines factual accounts with rich folklore, inviting readers to delve into both the architectural and mythical aspects of these historical sites. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Legends -- Ireland Castles -- Ireland O'Brien, Lucius Henry, 1842-1913 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62488 103312 103312