The Siege Of Derry: A History

(Paperback)

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THE SIEGE OF DERRY is one of the key flash points in the troubled history of Ireland and Britain. In 1688 William of Orange had claimed the English throne, forcing the catholic James II to flee to Ireland. From there he hoped to mount his comeback. In December of that year James' troops attempted to take over the protestant city of Derry. To the now-famous cry of 'No Surrender' the apprentice boys closed the city gates to James' army and the 105-day siege begun. The besiegers effectively used cannon and mortar to shell the defenders - with terrifying results - and conditions became desperate as the city began to run out of food.

Carlo Gebler's book thrillingly describes both the events leading up to the siege and the heroic struggles within and outside Derry as the five-month battle waged.

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'A vivid and fascinating portrait of 17th-century Irish politics' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 'A fascinating and detached account of the siege and the months that led up to it' SUNDAY INDEPENDENT 'The smell of gunpowder permeates Gebler's excellent account of the 105 day siege of Derry.' INDEPENDENT 'Gebler marshals his skills as a writer and storyteller to great effect.' IRISH TIMES 'Invaluable for anyone who wishes to understand not only Ireland of the 17th century, but also Ireland as it is today.' DAILY TELEGRAPH

Author Bio

Carlo Gebler is a writer and filmmaker. He is the son of Edna O'Brien.