02533cam a22003613u 4500 11260 UtSlPG 20260610133253.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932 The Kiltartan History Book Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-02-01 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Garrett Alley, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. "The Kiltartan History Book" by Lady Gregory is a historical account that encompasses the lore, legends, and historical events of Ireland, likely written in the early 20th century. The book presents a narrative rich with anecdotes that explore the cultural, political, and social history of Ireland, drawing on folk traditions and personal recollections. It covers a wide time span from ancient Irish history through significant events like the Anglo-Irish conflicts, the Famine, and the rise of figures such as Daniel O'Connell and Charles Stewart Parnell. Throughout the text, Lady Gregory gathers a multitude of stories that depict various aspects of Irish life and its complex past. The tales range from the ancient times through the struggles with the English Crown, reflecting the resilience and richness of Irish culture. Characters such as the Goban, a legendary builder, and Daniel O'Connell, a pivotal figure in Irish politics, exemplify the themes of wit, bravery, and national identity. The anecdotes serve not only as a history lesson but also embody the oral traditions that characterize the essence of Irish storytelling. The work offers insights into the values, struggles, and humor found within the Irish spirit, providing readers with a vivid portrait of a nation entwined with its history and folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Ireland Ireland -- Poetry English poetry -- Irish authors Folk songs, English -- Ireland -- Texts Ballads, English -- Ireland -- Texts Gregory, William Robert, 1881-1918 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11260 52706 52706