Glimpses Of Ireland In 1847 (1847)

By John East

Book Overview

Glimpses of Ireland in 1847 is a historical book written by John East in 1847. The book provides a vivid description of Ireland during the Great Famine, a period of mass starvation, disease, and emigration in Ireland between 1845 and 1852. The author, who was a British civil servant, visited Ireland to investigate the impact of the famine on the country and its people. He describes the devastating effects of the famine on the Irish population, including the widespread poverty, hunger, and disease that plagued the country. East also provides a detailed account of the relief efforts that were initiated by the British government to alleviate the suffering of the Irish people. The book is an important historical document that provides a first-hand account of one of the most tragic periods in Irish history. It is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in learning about the Great Famine and its impact on Ireland.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120197686
• ISBN13: 9781120197689
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"