A Literary History of Ireland, from Earliest Times to the Present Day

"A Literary History of Ireland, from Earliest Times to the Present Day" by Douglas Hyde, LL.D., M.R.I.A. is a comprehensive review of Irish literature spanning ancient times to the contemporary era. The book explores the traditional literary taste and rich heritage of Irish literature, discussing the absence of prominent individual names but the presence of a deep-rooted traditional literary legacy. It delves into the universal dissemination of traditional literature among the Irish-speaking population, the influence it wielded, and the challenges in determining the true extent of Ireland's manuscript literature. The narrative also examines the linguistic impact of the Celts on Germanic tribes, the preservation of the Celtic language, and the interactions of the Celts with other ancient civilizations. Read more