First published in 1662, this is a classic work of Irish history and literature. John Lynch and Matthew Kelly provide a comprehensive history of ancient Ireland, including its religion, laws, and culture, based on extensive research and firsthand accounts. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history, literature, or culture. 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.