There is only one adequate way to describe this book. When you hold it you feel the waves of time running through your fingers. Bronze age O'Raghallaigh warriors whisper to you. Medieval monks in their Cavan monastery share their manuscripts with you. Elizabeth O'Reilly cavaliers peek over your shoulder. You are no longer alone, for here in your hand is a key to all the previously forgotten secrets of this lost and lonely clan.It was famed Irish scholar James Carney who brought together and edited the various pieces which make up this fine book. Here are the writings of Eoghan O'Raghallaigh, the literary forefather of Clan O'Reilly. Also included are the genealogical works of Dr. Thomas Fitzsimmons, who wrote in the late1600s about the battles and bards of the O'Reilly clan. Most importantly, here are the clues regarding the origins of the O'Reilly's as passed down from the monks who guarded and inscribed these secrets in the Annals of Breifne, which began in 1161 AD.Written in both Gaelic and English, "A Genealogical History of the O'Reillys" unravels like an Irish ball of thread, revealing surprises on every page. Here is the story of Myles the Slasher, famed O'Reilly warrior prince, who died in bitter exile. Push on and you will discover Giolla Iosa Ruadh, the illegitimate son who became an O'Reilly king. Each page had a player, every chapter has a deep resonance.Thus, though it is bound in the 21st century cover, "Genealogical History of the O'Reilly's" is still at heart the ancient manuscript it always was. A brilliant blending of words in two languages, this important book has no competition.This is one of the titles proudly featured in The Long Rider's Guild Press - the largest source of equestrian travel information on the planet! In addition, we have a growing number of titles devoted to the study of the Irish people and their history.