Walsh 1851, p. 83-96 , Dunford 2000) remained popular with the people, especially the poor, for a long time:'The History of the Irish Rogues and Rapparees' is at present one of the most popular books amongst the peasantry, and has circulated to an extent that almost seems incredible; nor is it unusual to hear the adventures and escapes of highwaymen and outlaws recited by the lower orders with gr