Prior Roger Outlaw of Kilmainham: Volume 30

Focusing on the Hospitaller manor at Kilmainham during Roger Outlaw's leadership, this book delves into his role as prior of the Knights Hospitallers and chancellor of Ireland. It highlights how the corrody or pension system played a crucial role in his political longevity amidst a tumultuous backdrop of war, famine, and betrayal. The narrative reveals how this socio-economic structure not only bolstered Outlaw's career but also fostered a distinctive community, showcasing the interplay between personal ambition and communal support.