The Flight of the Earls: Or, the Earls' Own Account of the Causes Which Compelled Them to Leave Ulster in the Autumn of 1607: With Illustrations Drawn from State Papers Recently Calendared

""The Flight of the Earls"" is a historical account written by George Hill in 1878, detailing the events leading up to the departure of the Earls of Tyrone and Tyrconnell from Ulster in 1607. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the political and social climate in Ireland during the early 17th century, including the influence of the English monarchy and the tensions between Catholics and Protestants. Hill draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters and diaries written by the Earls themselves, to provide a vivid and engaging narrative of their flight and the aftermath. The book also explores the impact of the Earls' departure on Irish history and the legacy of this pivotal moment in Irish politics. ""The Flight of the Earls"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history or the broader political and cultural context of early modern Europe.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.