This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: H. Holt and Company in 1880 in 430 pages; Subjects: HistoryReligion and politics/ Ireland/ History/ 19th century; Ireland; Politics and literature; Religion and literature; English literature; History; Religion and politics; 19th century; In literature; Laffan, May; History / Europe / Ireland; Political Science / General; Religion / History;