Memoir Of The Ven. Oliver Plunket - Patrick Francis Moran - Bog

Memoir of the Ven. Oliver Plunket: Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland is a biographical work written by Patrick Francis Moran and published in 1895. The book chronicles the life of Oliver Plunket, who served as the Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland during the 17th century. The memoir begins with an overview of Plunket's early life and education, including his studies in Rome and his ordination as a priest. It then delves into his career as a bishop, including his appointment as Archbishop of Armagh in 1669 and his efforts to promote Catholicism in Ireland during a time of intense religious conflict.The book also covers Plunket's involvement in the Popish Plot, a conspiracy theory that accused Catholics of plotting to assassinate King Charles II. Plunket was falsely accused and arrested, and the memoir details his trial and eventual execution in 1681.Throughout the book, Moran provides historical context and analysis of the political and religious climate in Ireland and England during Plunket's lifetime. The memoir is a valuable resource for those interested in Irish history, Catholicism, and the political and religious struggles of the 17th century.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.