Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish

It is a thrilling tale of adventure that brings this unorthodox and inspiring historical figure to life. Fascinating details of life in Ireland years ago are interwoven in an ingenious way throughout the story. We all tend to fall in love with our research In Brian Boru I tried to tell children what they would like to know about the man and his time. If I have succeeded, when they are older some of them will investigate him further. They will not feel cut off from their past but will think of it as an exciting place and of Brian Boru as a real person. Teaching ideas for fifth class from O'Brien Reading Programme.

O'Brien Press Cookie Policy - you'll see this message only once. O'Brien website and Facebook page. The Author Speaks Morgan Llywelyn describes the adventure of writing historical fiction: Morgan Llywelyn describes the adventure of writing historical fiction. Rights Held World, all languages. Rights Sold Canada, United States. But a real-life hero changed the destiny of Ireland. This is the story of Brian. 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. Emperor of the Irish is a beautiful and compelling true story of Irish history. Paperback , pages.

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Published October 15th by Tor Books first published December 1st To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about Brian Boru , please sign up. Lists with This Book. Sep 13, Nath rated it it was amazing. Read this when I was eight or nine, it's the only book in my life I have re-read, reading it I think about six times by the time I was 12, haven't read it since, but for a child who loves historical fiction you can't go wrong, rosemary sutcliffe is another author to go to if your child likes this kind of book.

May 29, Sheila rated it it was amazing. Nov 04, Lisa rated it it was ok. Good concept, boring execution.

Brian Boru: Emperor of the Irish

Read too much like a recitation of Ireland's history. Would have been a better read if told as if the reader is Brian Boru. Did make me think about reading more about Brian Boru tho'.

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Apr 09, Aoifesclass rated it really liked it. I liked it because it told about Brian Boru's life. I liked it because of how they did the battles - how they came up with them. It has lots of adventures and leaves you on cliffhangers every time. I liked it because Brian Boru was the king. It was very inspiring and there was a lot of adventure in it.

And it made me learn new words. I liked it because every time you stopped at a chapter you feel to read more. And it helps you learn the counties of Marta: And it helps you learn the counties of Ireland.

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I liked it because I like Brian Boru and history. The book told us his history. Oct 31, Shawn rated it really liked it Shelves: I feel like there were too many instances where the tag line could have been "and time passed". Llywelyn usually dies a good job of making the book more than historical facts tied together with stories that might have been true.

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But, this time I think sheer missed the mark. That being said, I wanted to read more of it was there, so 4 stars. Mar 05, Sean Horan rated it it was amazing. I can't even remember how old I was when I read this, and yet details still stick out to me from having read it. I loved this book! Nov 29, Michael Nalbone rated it really liked it Shelves: Awe the Irish, they never have a happy ending.

Mar 02, Dejaan Lafleur rated it it was amazing. Great Fictional Irish Story!!! What a wonderful book. I enjoyed reading and watching movies about the Vikings, and this book peaked my interest, that why I downloaded it to read. I was not disappointed.. Overall this book is very well written, Author Mark Mahon has made sure that it got top notch editing and formatting whi Great Fictional Irish Story!!!

'Emperor of the Irish’: Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf

Overall this book is very well written, Author Mark Mahon has made sure that it got top notch editing and formatting which just adds to the enjoyment of the book, so grab this book and enjoy a weekend of a fun read about the Irish Revolutionary, Brian Boru in his pursuit of saving Ireland. Apr 15, Hillary rated it it was ok. I can't remember why I wanted to read this book--I think I was interested in the history and legends of Brian Boru.

I picked up this book at a used book store, months ago. The book was okay, but not fascinating. Lots of battle stories, if that appeals.