This book tells the story of Lord Edward Fitzgerald, an Irish nobleman who was involved in the rebellion against British rule in the late 18th century. It explores his life and times, including his political beliefs, his relationships with other leaders of the rebellion, and his eventual capture and execution. A compelling portrait of a brave and controversial figure in Irish history. 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.