| Medieval Ireland: An Encyclopedia Contributor(s): Duffy, Sean (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0415940524 ISBN-13: 9780415940528 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $291.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: November 2004 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: Through violent incursions by the Vikings and the spread of Christianity, medieval Ireland maintained a distinctive Gaelic identity. From the sacred site of Tara to the manuscript illuminations in the Book of Kells, Anglo-Irish relations to the Connachta dynasty, Ireland during the middle ages was a rich and vivid culture. "Medieval Ireland: An Encyclopedia" brings together in one authoritative resource the multiple facets of life in Ireland before and after the Anglo-Norman invasion of 1169, from the sixth to sixteenth century. Multidisciplinary in coverage, this A-Z reference work provides information on historical events, economics, politics, the arts, religion, intellectual history, and many other aspects of the period. Written by the world's leading scholars on the subject, this highly accessible reference work will enable students, researchers, and general readers alike to explore topics such as * The development of the city of Dublin from the early Irish settlement of Ath Cliath(ford of hurdle-work) in the sixth century C.E. to a thriving medieval city * The history of kings and kingships in medieval Ireland including political structure, royal dynasties, and historical roots * Different literary genres including historical tales, satire, aideda, and Irish poetry as well as the outside influence on medieval Irish literature by the Carolingian dynasty, the Anglo-Saxons, the Scottish, and others * The literary, political, and religious people from the Irish middle ages such as Marianus Scottus, Strongbow, Brian Boru, St. Brigit, and Richard FitzRalph * The culture and society of the era including music, games, craftwork, role of women, fraternities, andbardic schools With over 345 essays ranging from 250 to 2,500 words, "Medieval Ireland" paints a lively and colorful portrait of the time. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Ireland - History | Europe - Medieval - History | Reference |
| Dewey: 941.503 |
| LCCN: 2004011295 |
| Series: Routledge Encyclopedias of the Middle Ages |
| Physical Information: 1.28" H x 11.16" W x 8.74" (3.43 lbs) 580 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Medieval (500-1453) - Cultural Region - Ireland |