Bøker av John O'Donovan

The Tribes and Territories of Ancient Ossory is a fascinating look at the ancient history of Ireland. Written by some of the leading experts in Irish archaeology and history, this book offers a detailed examination of the tribes and territories that made up the region of Ossory. The book draws on a range of historical sources, including ancient manuscripts and topographical poems, to paint a vivid picture of life in this part of Ireland during the Middle Ages. Whether you are a scholar of Irish history or simply someone who is interested in the past, this book is an excellent choice.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

ALIBI FOR AN ALIBI is a Police Procedural novel, set in Ireland. Gangs and drug dealers are taking over Cork City and they have decided that New Years Eve is the night to settle old scores. The 'perfect alibi' is set at a New Years Eve party, but all hell breaks out and now, the gang needs an alibi for their alibi. Follow this complex investigation with Detecive Inspector John Cahill and his dedicated team of detectives, as the author leads you, step by step through this complex investigation. If you like crime fiction, you will LOVE this Police Procedural.

The Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland or the Annals of the Four Masters are chronicles of medieval Irish history. The entries span from the Deluge, dated as 2,242 years after creation to AD 1616.

The Deadly Steps, is a Police Procedural thriller, set in Cork City, Ireland. Detective Inspector John Cahill is originally from Cork City but circumstances brought him to Northern Ireland in the mid 1990's. D.I. Cahill joined the Royal Ulster Constabulary and progressed through the ranks as the R.U.C transformed into the Police Service of Northern Ireland. After fifteen years working in Belfast, D.I. Cahill is presented with the opportunity to work with the Garda in his native Cork City. John and his wife Jules return to Cork City, where soon John finds himself investigating, what appears to be the unsolvable homicide of an innocent woman who is randomly attacked by gang members as she tries to get home after a long evening at work in Cork City's North Side. Follow along, through the world of physical and electronic surveillance, as the author digs deep into his own experiences as a homicide investigator, making the reader feel like they are part of the team. Discover historic Cork City and the beautiful West Cork coastline in this 300+ page novel.

This book provides fresh insights into the causes, development, and enduring legacies of the Irish Civil War. Understand the divisions sparked by the Anglo-Treaty and the pursuit of complete Irish independence. Delve into the conduct on both sides, the bitter remnants left behind, and the role of key IRA figures who opposed the Treaty.