Textures of Irish America

by Lawrence J. McCaffrey

Book Overview

The "textures" of the Irish-American experience have been manifold, greatly influencing this country's economic, social, and cultural development over the past two centuries. Unlike that of many other European immigrants, the Irish journey to America was viewed largely as a one-way trip. They quickly adjusted to America, soon becoming citizens and active participants in politics. By the end of the 19th century, they dominated not only most American...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815602677
• ISBN13: 9780815602675
• Release Date: August 1992
• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.3"