A Text Book of Irish Literature, Part 1 is a comprehensive guide to the literary works of Ireland, written by Eleanor Hull and first published in 1906. The book covers the period from the earliest times to the eighteenth century, and includes a wide range of genres such as epic poetry, lyric poetry, prose, and drama. Hull provides detailed analyses and critical commentary on the works of many famous Irish authors, including the legendary bard Ossian, the medieval poet and monk St. Columba, and the seventeenth-century playwrights William Congreve and George Farquhar. The book also includes translations of Irish language works, such as the famous epic T�����in B������ C������ailnge (The Cattle Raid of Cooley), and offers insights into the historical and cultural context in which these works were created. A Text Book of Irish Literature, Part 1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich literary heritage of Ireland, and remains a valuable reference work to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.