Phases of Irish History by Eoin Mac Neill

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Author Mac Neill, Eoin, 1867-1945
LoC No. 20009153
Title Phases of Irish History
Note Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Phases of Irish History" by Eoin MacNeill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complex historical narrative of Ireland, particularly focusing on the discussion of Celtic identity and the historical understanding of the Irish people and their language. MacNeill's approach is analytical, using various historical texts and archaeological evidence to trace the lineage and cultural evolution of the Irish. The opening of the text introduces the author's perspective on the ancient Irish as part of the Celtic people, addressing common misconceptions regarding their racial identity. He emphasizes that Celtic identity is primarily linguistic rather than racial, highlighting that the ancient Irish and British lacked awareness of their Celtic kinship. MacNeill critiques traditional genealogical accounts and argues for a recognition of Celtic consciousness, setting the stage for a broader exploration of Ireland's history and its connections to pre-Christian and contemporary cultures. This opening serves as a prologue to the subsequent chapters, which promise to explore various epochs of Irish history in greater detail. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Ireland -- History -- To 1603
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