In this "enthralling historical fiction" ( Publishers Weekly), Robin Maxwell masterfully brings to life these strong and pugnacious women in order to tell the little-known but crucial saga of Elizabeth's Irish war. At the height of the uprising Grace takes an outrageous risk, sailing up the Thames to London for a face-to-face showdown with her nemesis, the queen of England. The Wild Irish: Elizabeth I and the Pirate OMalley (October 2003) ISBN. For years, she has fought against the English stranglehold on her beloved country. Robin Maxwell is an American historical novelist who specializes in the Tudor. Grace O'Malley-notorious pirate, gunrunner, and "Mother of the Irish Rebellion"-is at the heart of the conflict. Just across the western channel, her colony Ireland is embroiled in seething rebellion, with the island's fierce, untamed clan chieftains and their "wild Irish" followers refusing to bow to their English oppressors. : The Wild Irish: Connecting readers with great books since 1972 Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear. Search icon An illustration of a magnifying glass. Two female titans-perfectly matched in guts, guile, and political genius.Įlizabeth, queen of England, has taken on the mighty Spanish Armada and, in a stunning sea battle, vanquished it. The wild Irish : Maxwell, Robin : Free Download, Borrow, and Streaming : Internet Archive Skip to main content Internet Archives 25th Anniversary Logo Internet Archive logo A line drawing of the Internet Archive headquarters building façade.
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