Excerpt from Disturbed Ireland: Being the Letters Written During the Winter of 1880-81
To reflect as accurately as might be the salient features of a social and economic upheaval, soon I fervently hope, to pass into the domain of history and in offering my work to the public must ask indulgence for the errors of omission and commis sion so difficult to avoid while travelling and writing rapidly in a country which, even to its own.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an immersive journey into Ireland's troubled past, exploring the social and economic turmoil that gripped the nation during the late 19th century. Through detailed accounts of harrowing events like the assassination of a land agent, the author sheds light on the rampant agrarian violence and unrest that plagued the country. The author delves into the complex web of grievances and tensions that fueled the conflict, including the pervasive poverty, land disputes, and the fraught relationship between landlords and oppressed tenants. The author meticulously reconstructs the events in county Mayo, a region at the heart of the turmoil, revealing the intricate interplay of political agitation, economic deprivation, and deep-seated resentments that shaped the landscape. The book provides a poignant glimpse into the lives of ordinary people caught in the crosshairs of a struggle that tore the nation apart. Through the author's vivid descriptions and analysis, readers gain a deeper understanding of this tumultuous period in Irish history and its lasting impact on the country's journey towards independence and social justice. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331474050_0
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