This abridged version of Thomas Leland's classic history of Ireland offers a comprehensive overview of the country's rich and complex past. From the arrival of the Celts to the modern era, this book covers everything from wars and conquests to art and literature. Whether you're a student of Irish history or simply a curious reader, this book is an essential resource for understanding this fascinating country. 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.