The American Years Of John Boyle O'Reilly 1870-1890 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162996103)

The American Years Of John Boyle O'Reilly 1870-1890 is a book written by Francis G McManamin that provides a detailed account of the life of John Boyle O'Reilly, an Irish poet, journalist, and activist who immigrated to the United States in the late 19th century. The book covers the period from 1870 to 1890, during which O'Reilly lived and worked in America. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of O'Reilly's life, including his early years in Ireland, his involvement in the Irish nationalist movement, his arrest and imprisonment, and his subsequent escape to America. The book also explores O'Reilly's literary career, which included the publication of several books of poetry and essays, as well as his work as a journalist for various newspapers and magazines.Throughout the book, McManamin provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, including the Irish-American community's struggle for independence and the growing anti-immigrant sentiment in America. He also explores O'Reilly's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his role as a mentor to younger writers and activists.Overall, The American Years Of John Boyle O'Reilly 1870-1890 is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most important Irish-American figures of the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, American immigration, and the intersection of literature and activism.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: Francis G. McManamin
ISBN-10: 1162996102
ISBN-13: 9781162996103
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 50
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d