Irish Politics (1890)

By Thomas Raleigh

Book Overview

Irish Politics is a historical book written by Thomas Raleigh, first published in 1890. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the political climate in Ireland during the late 19th century, covering topics such as the Land War, Home Rule, and the rise of Irish nationalism.Raleigh begins by exploring the origins of the Irish question, tracing it back to the 16th century and the English conquest of Ireland. He then delves into the various political movements that emerged in Ireland during the 19th century, including the Young Irelanders, the Fenians, and the Home Rule League.The book also covers the major events of the period, such as the Land War of the 1870s and 1880s, which saw Irish farmers demanding fairer treatment from their landlords. Raleigh examines the role of figures such as Charles Stewart Parnell in the Home Rule movement, and the impact of the Irish National League on Irish politics.Throughout the book, Raleigh provides a balanced and insightful analysis of the political situation in Ireland, drawing on a wide range of sources to present a detailed picture of the country's complex history. Irish Politics remains an important historical text, providing valuable insights into the political struggles of the late 19th century and their lasting 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: 1120631238
• ISBN13: 9781120631237
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"