The Last Conquest Of Ireland: Perhaps (1876) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120990402)

The Last Conquest of Ireland: Perhaps is a historical book written by John Mitchel and published in 1876. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences during the Irish Potato Famine in the mid-19th century. Mitchel was a journalist and political activist who was involved in the Young Ireland movement, which sought to achieve Irish independence from British rule.The book provides a detailed account of the causes and effects of the famine, which led to the deaths of over a million people and the emigration of many more. Mitchel describes the failure of the British government to provide adequate relief to the Irish people and the harsh economic policies that exacerbated the crisis.The Last Conquest of Ireland: Perhaps also explores the political and social context of the famine, including the role of the Catholic Church and the tensions between different factions within the Irish nationalist movement. Mitchel's writing is passionate and emotive, reflecting his deep commitment to the cause of Irish independence.Overall, The Last Conquest of Ireland: Perhaps is an important historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in Irish history. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in understanding the complex political and social dynamics of the period.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: John Mitchel
ISBN-10: 1120990408
ISBN-13: 9781120990402
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/17/2010
Pages: 222
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d