Parnell And His Island (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548241042)

Parnell and His Island is a non-fiction book written by George Moore, first published in 1887. The book is a biographical account of the life and political career of Charles Stewart Parnell, an Irish nationalist leader who played a significant role in the Home Rule movement of the late 19th century. Parnell was a controversial figure who was both admired and reviled for his efforts to secure greater autonomy for Ireland within the British Empire.Moore's book provides a detailed and insightful analysis of Parnell's life and work, drawing on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, speeches, and contemporary accounts. The author also offers a vivid portrait of Ireland during the late 19th century, describing the social and political conditions that gave rise to the Home Rule movement.In addition to its biographical and historical content, Parnell and His Island is also a work of literary merit. Moore was a celebrated writer and poet, and his prose style is characterized by its elegance, wit, and keen sense of observation. The book is thus a fascinating blend of biography, history, and literature, offering readers a rich and multifaceted portrait of one of the most important figures in Irish political history.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: George Moore
ISBN-10: 054824104X
ISBN-13: 9780548241042
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 260
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d