The book examines the large-scale displacement of Irish landowners in Connacht following the Cromwellian conquest. It details the process of transplantation, focusing on the period between 1649 and 1680, and analyzes the social, economic, and political ramifications of this policy. The work investigates the legal frameworks, the administrative challenges, and the lived experiences of those affected by the confiscation and redistribution of land.

This scholarly work is recognized for its detailed examination of a critical period in Irish history. It is likely to be valued by academics and students specializing in Irish history, land studies, and the 17th century. The book's focus on the transplantation to Connacht offers a specific lens through which to understand broader themes of conquest, dispossession, and societal transformation in Ireland.