The Round Towers of Ireland; or, The History of the Tuath-De-Danaans by O'Brien
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| Author | O'Brien, Henry, 1808-1835 |
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| LoC No. | 01018910 |
| Title | The Round Towers of Ireland; or, The History of the Tuath-De-Danaans |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Round Towers of Ireland; or, The History of the Tuath-De-Danaans" by Henry O'Brien is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on exploring the origins, purposes, and significance of the ancient round towers of Ireland, suggesting a connection to the Tuath-de-Danaans, a mythical race in Irish folklore often associated with high civilization and magical practices. O'Brien posits that these structures predate Christianity and possess deep connections to paganism and Eastern spiritual traditions, offering theories about their architectural and symbolic meanings. At the start of the work, O'Brien introduces his ambitious aim to prove that the round towers were built long before the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, refuting various existing theories regarding their purpose, such as being Christian belfries or places of retreat. He draws comparisons between the architectural style of the towers and other ancient structures, indicating a pagan origin linked to Eastern religious practices. Through references to historical records, Irish folklore, and symbolic interpretations, O'Brien sets the stage for a comprehensive investigation into the cultural and spiritual significance of these architectural wonders. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Round towers -- Ireland |
| Subject | Ireland -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42538 |
| Release Date | Apr 15, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 250 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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