O'Brien Pocket History of the Irish Famine by Ruan Odonnell

O'Brien Pocket History of the Irish Famine by Ruan Odonnell

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Featuring new material on the Irish Famine which has never been published before, this is a comprehensive and accessible overview of one of the most significant periods of Irish history.

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O'Brien Pocket History of the Irish Famine by Ruan Odonnell

This condensed history examines why the Great Famine was so catastrophic, and explores its effect on Irish society and culture. It explains the circumstances surrounding the period and addresses issues and characteristics of the time. Aspects covered include the spread of disease, the experiences of those on public works projects and the disagreements between political leaders regarding the distribution of what little food was available. Featuring new material on the Irish Famine which has never been published before, this is an accessible and comprehensive history of the period surrounding the famine, as well as the horrors endured by the people of Ireland.
RUAN O'DONNELL is head of the History Department at the University of Limerick & the official historian of the Robert Emmet Association. He has written for The Irish Times and several historical publications.
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ISBN 13 9781847170194
ISBN 10 1847170196
Title O'Brien Pocket History of the Irish Famine
Author Ruan Odonnell
Series Pocket Books
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher O'Brien Press Ltd
Year published 2008-03-28
Number of pages 152
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