Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish [Mass Market Paperback]

Morgan Llywelyn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 15, 1997

On thousand years ago, during the Viking Age, an extraordinary young man was born in Ireland. His people, plagued by warfare, were weary not only from the Vikings' brutal raids along the coast, but also from the continuous warring among local chieftains. The Irish had become a drowntrodden race.

But a real-life hero changed the destiny of Ireland. This is the story of Brian Boru, who as a young man took it upon himself to revolutionize tenth-century Ireland, striving to create a peaceful land where his fellow Irish men and women cold be safe from harm. And succeed he did. Brian, crowned High King, restored peace and fostered prosperity in the country that was his home--and his heart. Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish is a beautiful and compelling true story of Irish history.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A satisfying tale of majesty and magic."--Kirkus Reviews

"The author meticulously writes about the perilous customs and conditions of tenth- and eleventh- century Ireland....Entertaining yet realistic story. Recommended."--Voya

"Descriptive passages give readers a picture of what life must have been like in Brian Boru's Ireland. Recommended."--Book Report

About the Author

Since 1980 Morgan Llywelyn has created an entire body of work chronicling the Celts and Ireland, from the earliest times to the present day. her critically acclaimed novels, both of history and of mythology, have been translated into many languages. She is an Irish citizen and lives in Dublin.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Mass Market Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Tor Books (October 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0812544617
• ISBN-13: 978-0812544619
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #795,305 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars children's book, January 3, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish (Mass Market Paperback)

this is the children's version of "Lion of Ireland" which it is a good preview of, it is still a good book but leaves out a lot of details. If you liked this book but you want a more complete story read "Lion of Ireland"

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I liked the book because it was action-packed., October 27, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish (Mass Market Paperback)

The author has a way of writing that made me feel concern for the main character. After reading only a few pages I was drawn in. Brian Boru was very brave but he had many problems. After his home was burnt and his mother killed, he vowed to take revenge on the Vikings. When he picked fights to escape from his problems, his father sent him to a monastery where he learned to be a warrior and a scholar. Even so, he was scared when he went into battle. This was an historical book but it read like a novel. I learned about history by getting connected into the lives of the characters. In the end, Brian pays a price for going to war. If you want to find out exactly what happens, you'll have to read this book that I highly recommend.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars outstanding Piece of work, March 19, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish (Mass Market Paperback)

This book is one of the best I have ever read. It will keep you hooked all the way through. The best part was taking truth and turning it into something very exciting. This is coming from someone who doesn't like to read. Brain Boru Fought his way from nothing to high king gathering loyal followers form all parts of Ireland. Quit wasting time reading this and find a copy of the book.