A History Of The Irish Settlers In North America: From The Earliest Period To The Census Of 1850 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163603772)

A History Of The Irish Settlers In North America: From The Earliest Period To The Census Of 1850 is a comprehensive account of the Irish migration to North America. Written by Thomas D�������Arcy McGee, an Irish-Canadian politician and journalist, the book chronicles the experiences of Irish settlers from the earliest period of migration to the United States and Canada, up until the year 1850.The book provides a detailed account of the reasons behind the Irish migration, including the Great Famine of the 1840s, which led to a mass exodus of Irish people to North America. It also explores the various challenges that Irish settlers faced upon their arrival in North America, including discrimination, poverty, and political unrest.Through a combination of historical research and personal anecdotes, McGee offers a vivid portrayal of the Irish immigrant experience in North America. He covers a wide range of topics, including the role of the Catholic Church in Irish communities, the Irish involvement in the American Civil War, and the emergence of Irish-American political leaders.Overall, A History Of The Irish Settlers In North America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Irish immigration to North America. It provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and triumphs of Irish settlers, and sheds light on the lasting impact that they have had on North American society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Thomas D'Arcy McGee
ISBN-10: 1163603775
ISBN-13: 9781163603772
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 246
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.74lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.52d