Hardiman's History of Galway: The History of the Town and County of the Town of Galway: The History of the Town and County of the Town of Galway Tapa blanda - 2020

Clachan Publishing, 2020 Book. New. Soft cover. The History of The Town And County Of The Town of Galway by James Hardiman (1782-1855) is the history of the city and county of Galway in the west of Ireland from the earliest times until the early 19th century and is considered by historians to be a definitive work. This edition of James Hardiman's (1782-1855) 'History of the Town and County of Galway' commemorates the bicentenary of its original publication in 1820. Hardiman's formative years were spent in Galway. He developed his interest in the history of the town through his work in the Public Records Office in Dublin . In his preface he states that his work enabled him "to investigate with greater accuracy the history and antiquities of this ancient and respectable town". The book lists civic office holders and gives accounts of the county's ecclesiastical foundations, charities and schools. His description of early nineteenth century Galway has proved to be of… Leer más

Paperback / softback. New.

Paperback / softback. New.

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