O'Donnel: A National Tale (1835)

By Sydney Owenson Morgan

Book Overview

O'Donnel: A National Tale is a novel written by Lady Sydney Morgan and first published in 1835. The book is set in Ireland during the early 19th century and tells the story of the O'Donnel family, a wealthy and influential Catholic family who have fallen on hard times due to the political and social climate of the time.The novel explores themes of religion, politics, and social class, as well as the struggle for Irish independence. It follows the lives of the O'Donnel family members, including the patriarch, Brian O'Donnel, his wife, Lady Eleanor, and their children, as they navigate the challenges of living in a society that discriminates against them.The novel also features a number of historical figures, such as Daniel O'Connell, who was a prominent Irish politician and advocate for Catholic emancipation. Lady Morgan uses these characters to highlight the political and social issues of the time, and to call for greater equality and justice for the Irish people.Overall, O'Donnel: A National Tale is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique insight into the history and culture of Ireland during a pivotal moment in its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish literature, history, and politics.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: 1436809215
• ISBN13: 9781436809214
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"