Niamh by Peter O'Leary

"Niamh" by Peter O'Leary is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to center around significant historical themes, intertwining battles, alliances, and cultural transitions in ancient Ireland. Key characters introduced in the opening include the notable figure Brian Boru and two young men, Tadhg and Amhlaoibh, whose paths intertwine within the broader narrative of conflict and faith. At the start of the novel, we are immersed in a dramatic historical setting where Brian Boru is rallying against the Norse invaders who have laid siege to the city of Limerick. As the narrative unfolds, we witness Brian's strategic movements, the impact of the invasions on the local populace, and the resurgence of monastic life on the island of Inis Cathaigh, where Brian reinforces Christian values and community amidst the chaos. The characters' personal journeys, particularly Tadhg and Amhlaoibh, are foreshadowed, hinting at their development within this turbulent backdrop, as they seek knowledge and grapple with their identities amid the ongoing strife between the Irish and the Vikings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author O'Leary, Peter, 1839-1920
Title Niamh
Credits Produced by David Starner and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was
produced from scanned images of public domain material
from the Google Books project.)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 88.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language Irish
LoC Class PB: Language and Literatures: General works
Subject Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 50913
Release Date
Last Update Apr 4, 2026
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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