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The Story of Brian Boru

By Ann Carroll

How could a minor Munster king’s second son unite Ireland and face Viking invaders?

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Genres

Historical Fiction Biography

What is The Story of Brian Boru about?

On Good Friday in 1014, Brian Boru led his forces to victory against Viking invaders, securing Ireland's future. This tale recounts how the second son of a minor Munster king rose to become High King of Ireland, uniting the clans and leaving a legacy that endures in song and story.

About the author

Ann Carroll is a well-known writer who creates exciting books for children. She is famous for her stories about Irish history and legends, helping young readers discover amazing people and events from the past. Ann loves to make history come alive with fun facts and interesting adventures in her books.

Pages

46 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2018

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