The Northern Iron (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163617618)

The Northern Iron is a historical fiction novel written by George A. Birmingham. The story is set in the early 1900s in Ireland and follows the lives of two families, the Scullys and the MacDermotts, who are involved in the iron industry. The Scullys are a wealthy family who own a successful ironworks, while the MacDermotts are struggling to keep their own ironworks afloat.The novel explores the themes of family, loyalty, love, and betrayal as the two families become embroiled in a bitter feud over the iron industry. The Scullys are determined to maintain their dominance in the industry, while the MacDermotts are equally determined to succeed despite the odds.As the story unfolds, the reader is drawn into the complex world of the iron industry and the intricate relationships between the characters. The novel also touches on the political and social issues of the time, including the struggle for Irish independence.Overall, The Northern Iron is a compelling and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the history of Ireland and the iron industry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Irish 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 A. Birmingham
ISBN-10: 116361761X
ISBN-13: 9781163617618
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 326
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d