{"title":"John McGurk","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the esteemed historian John McGurk, an authority on the historical intricacies of English-Irish relations. McGurk's profound expertise is evident in his detailed exploration of significant historical events, particularly those that shaped the course of Irish history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCentral to this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Elizabethan Conquest of Ireland\u003c\/em\u003e, a historical narrative that delves deeply into the tumultuous period of Elizabethan England's expansion into Ireland. This compelling account provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the political and military strategies employed during the conquest, and the profound impact they had on Irish society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJohn McGurk's work is not only informative but also accessible, making complex historical events understandable for both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, McGurk illuminates the past, offering insights that resonate with the intricacies of today’s geopolitical landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore this collection to uncover the rich histories of military and political campaigns that have shaped modern Ireland. Whether you are a student of history or simply captivated by the storied past of Ireland, John McGurk's books promise a rewarding reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-elizabethan-conquest-of-ireland-by-john-mcgurk-9780719080517","title":"The Elizabethan Conquest of Ireland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is about the impact of the Nine Years' War on central and local government and society in the English and Welsh shires in the 1590s. It contains fascinating new insights into the centrality of Ireland to England's problems in the crucial last decade of Elizabeth I's reign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, this is in no sense a conventional military history, but rather a history of the social impact of the war and the strains it put upon the Elizabethan government. Based on painstaking primary research, it also covers the recruitment of levies for Ireland, their shipping, their service in Ireland and the limited extent of aftercare given to the sick and the wounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book therefore helps towards an understanding of why the Elizabethan conquest took so long to complete and why it proved to be more severe than at first intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Elizabethan Conquest of Ireland\u003c\/em\u003e by John McGurk offers invaluable perspectives for anyone interested in the social dynamics of war, especially in the context of the Elizabethan era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850029060332,"sku":"9780719080517","price":55.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/28020203482443.jpg?v=1759076556"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-mcgurk.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}