Gráinne Ní Mháille, anglicised as Grace O'Malley and remembered in Irish as Granuaile, was born around 1530 into a seafaring family on the Mayo coast. She commanded ships, levied tolls on vessels using her waters, married twice and outlived both husbands, was imprisoned and released, and in 1593 sailed to Greenwich to negotiate face to face with Elizabeth I. They had no language in common and the meeting went through translators. She got what she came for.Robert Machray published t...

"Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate" is a historical novel that brings to life the story of Grace O'Malley, a renowned Irish pirate and chieftain who lived in the late 16th century. Known as the "Queen of Connacht," Grace O'Malley was a formidable and influential figure in Irish history.The novel portrays her as a fierce and resourceful leader who navigates the turbulent political and social landscape of Ireland during her time. Grace O'Malley defies traditional gender roles by commanding...

The plot centers on a complex mystery that unfolds within the walls of Lincoln's Inn, involving various characters connected to the legal profession. As secrets are revealed and tensions rise, the protagonist must navigate through deception and intrigue to uncover the truth. Machray's novel combines elements of legal drama with classic detective fiction, creating a gripping narrative that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.Machray's writing is characterized by his attention to det...

In "Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate," Robert Machray delves into the life of one of history's most intriguing figures, Grace O'Malley, who defied the norms of her time to become a formidable leader and maritime marauder. Through meticulous research and evocative prose, Machray captures the multifaceted nature of O'Malley's existence, painting a vivid portrait of her as both a royal figure in Gaelic society and a relentless pirate on the turbulent waters of 16th-century Ireland. The nar...

Enhanced ebook edition of A Woman of No Importance featuring a full cast audio performance of the play.Devilishly attractive Lord Illingworth is notorious for his skill as a seducer. But he is still invited to all the "best" houses while his female conquests must hide their shame in seclusion. In this devastating comedy, Wilde uses his celebrated wit to expose English society's narrow view of everything from sexual mores to Americans.The ebook also features...

In "The Mystery of Lincoln's Inn," Robert Machray masterfully intertwines elements of suspense and historical intrigue within the hallowed corridors of one of England's most prestigious legal institutions. Employing a gripping narrative style, the book juxtaposes rich historical details with a modern mystery plot, inviting readers into the labyrinthine world of legal intrigue. Machray's keen attention to atmospheric descriptions and character depth creates a vivid canvas where justice is b...

In "Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate," Robert Machray intricately weaves a narrative that brings to life the storied past of Grace O'Malley, a formidable figure in 16th-century Ireland. Employing a rich, evocative literary style, Machray blends historical analysis with vivid storytelling, creating a compelling portrait of O'Malley as both a leader and a fierce antagonist of English rule. The work is grounded in the socio-political context of Gaelic Ireland, exploring themes of resistanc...

And the story which I have to tell is the story of such an one. It was my lot, for so had Destiny cast out from her urn the shell on which my name was marked, that I, Ruari Macdonald, of the Clandonald, of the family of the Lords of the Isles, both of the Outer and the Inner Seas, having been unnaturally deprived of my home and lands in Isla, should have been saved to become the servant of that extraordinary woman called, in the tongue of the English, Grace O’Malley. It is ...

Devilishly attractive Lord Illingworth is notorious for his skill as a seducer. But he is still invited to all the “best” houses while his female conquests must hide their shame in seclusion. In this devastating comedy, Wilde uses his celebrated wit to expose English society’s narrow view of everything from sexual mores to Americans.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring Rosalind Ayres, Jane Carr, Peter Dennis, Judy Geeson, Paul Gutrecht, Martin Jarvis, Cherie Lunghi...

Dostoyevsky’s titanic novels are transformed into spellbinding full cast drama by playwright David Fishelson. In The Brothers Karamazov, the passionate Karamazov brothers spring to life, led by their rogue of a father, who entertains himself by drinking, womanizing, and pitting his three sons against one another. In The Idiot, we meet the childlike Prince Myshkin as he returns to the decadent social whirl of St. Petersburg. The two most beautiful women in town compete for...

Hero or traitor? King or outlaw? Discover the life of Scottish hero Robert the Bruce in this thrilling trilogy.Master storyteller Nigel Tranter tells the tale of the legendary warrior, and future King of Scots. Tutored and encouraged by William Wallace, Robert the Bruce determined to continue the fight for an independent Scotland, sustained by a passionate love for his land.This edition brings together *Steps to the...

At the end of the 13th century, Scotland was a blood-torn country suffering under the harsh domination of a tyrant usurper, the hated Plantagenet, Edward Longshanks. During the appalling violence of those unsettled days, one man rose to become leader of the Scots. That man was William Wallace.Motivated at first by revenge for the slaughter of his father, Wallace vowed to cleanse his country of the English and set the rightful king, Robert the Bruce, upon the Scotti...