Description: Discover the fascinating story of the Irish Emigrants during the Potato Famine with this compelling book by P.F. Speed. Published in 1978, it offers a unique insight into the events of that time, exploring the experiences of those who left their homes in search of a better life. This paperback book is part of the 'Then & There' series and features the author's exceptional writing skills, making it perfect for anyone interested in history or looking for a captivating read. With a wealth of information about the Irish Emigrants, this book is a must-read for all enthusiasts. Ex-library, used condition. Please check photos The Potato Famine and the Irish Emigrants P. F. SPEED Illustrated from contemporary sources Contents TO THE READER page 4 I IRELAND BEFORE THE FAMINE: A YEAR IN THE LIFE OF AN IRISH PEASANT page 6 2 THE POTATO FAMINES OF 1845 AND 1846 page 22 3 RELIEF MEASURES AND DISEASE page 28 4 THE REBELLION OF 1848 page 46 5 THE FAMINE OF 1848 page 52 6 EMIGRATION page 63 7 THE IRISH IN AMERICA page 75 8: THE IRISH IN BRITAIN page 79 HOW DO WE KNOW? page 91 THINGS TO DO page 92 GLOSSARY page 93 During the years from 1845 to 18 milwas a famine in Ireland. As far as we can judge one and a hodelion people died, so that it was one of the biggest disasters of modern tims. We tend to think that famines as great as this happen only in underdeveloped parts of the world such as India and Africa, but as you will sce, this one happened in our part of the world not so very long ago. Your grand. parents could easily have known someone who was alive when it happened. Moreover in 1801 Parliament had passed an Act of Union, making Ireland part of Great Britain, so that anyone living in the British Isles has to admit that the famine was in his own country. There had always been trouble between England and Ireland, but the famine made it much worse. When you read this book you will understand one of the reasons why so many of the Irish feel bitterly towards the English at the present day. From time to time you will find this book mentions sums of money. It is not easy to compare modern values with those of the 18405, but it may help you if you remember that in those days a farm worker earned about ten shillings (fifty pence) a week, and a skilled craftsman about f1.50. Many of the illustrations in this book have been taken from the Illustrated London News. This was a weekly magazine which started in 1842 and contained articles dealing with contemporary events and news. Photography had only just begun in the 1840s and was not commonly used, so the Illustrated London News employed artists to draw scenes and reconstructions of events for their readers. Many went to Ireland to draw what they saw of the famine for the magazine so that people in England could get some idea of what conditions were like. Words printed in italics in the text are explained in the Glossary,
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Binding: Paperback / softback
Artist: P F Speed
Date of Publication: 1976-12-06
Book Title: Potato Famine and the Irish Emigrants, The (Then & There S.)
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Title: Potato Famine and the Irish Emigrants, The (Then & There S.)
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Publication Year: 1978
Type: Paperback / softback
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EAN: 9780582217218
ISBN: 0582217210
Language: English
Author: F.P. Speed
