The Earl Of Castlehaven's Memoirs Or His Review Of The Civil Wars In Ireland: With His Own Engagement And Conduct Therein (1815)

The Earl of Castlehaven's Memoirs, also known as His Review of the Civil Wars in Ireland, is a historical book written by James Touchet, the 3rd Earl of Castlehaven. The book was first published in 1815 and provides a detailed account of the Irish Civil Wars, as well as the author's own engagement and conduct during the conflicts.Castlehaven's Memoirs cover the period of 1641 to 1684, a time of great political and social upheaval in Ireland. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the author's family history and his early life. The second part of the book provides a detailed account of the Irish Civil Wars, including the events leading up to the conflicts, the major battles and campaigns, and the aftermath of the wars.The final part of the book is a personal reflection by Castlehaven on his own engagement and conduct during the wars. He provides insights into his own motivations, actions, and decisions, as well as his opinions on the actions of other key figures in the conflicts.Overall, The Earl of Castlehaven's Memoirs is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the Irish Civil Wars from the perspective of one of its key participants. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, military history, or political history.Containing Also An Appendix And Postscript. To Which Is Prefixed, Historical Notices Of The Author¿¿¿¿¿¿¿s Family And Life.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.