Contributors delve into topics such as: landlord-tenant relations, poverty alleviation, the role of women and children, and the intersection of culture and intellectual life. From the Society for Promoting the Comforts of the Poor to the Guinness/Iveagh Trust, this collection offers fresh perspectives on the uses of philanthropy in shaping Irish society.
With insightful analysis and detailed case studies, this book is essential reading for scholars interested in Irish history, social sciences, and the dynamics of charitable work. Discover the complex interplay of power, benevolence, and social change in 19th-century Ireland.