The United Irishmen

The United Irishmen: Their Lives And Times is a historical book written by Richard Robert Madden and published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the United Irishmen movement, which was a revolutionary organization in Ireland during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Madden's book covers the origins of the United Irishmen, their goals and ideals, and the key figures involved in the movement. The author also delves into the political and social climate of Ireland during this time, including the impact of the French Revolution and the British government's response to the United Irishmen's activities. Throughout the book, Madden provides biographical sketches of many of the prominent United Irishmen, including Theobald Wolfe Tone, Robert Emmet, and Lord Edward Fitzgerald. He also explores the role of women in the movement, such as Mary Ann McCracken and Anne Devlin. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of the United Irishmen's struggle for independence and their eventual defeat. Madden's writing is engaging and informative, making it an excellent resource for those interested in Irish history and the revolutionary movements of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.