The Emigrants: A Tale Of Irish Life (1857)

By William Carleton

Book Overview

The Emigrants: A Tale of Irish Life, written by William Carleton and first published in 1857, is a novel that explores the experiences of Irish emigrants in the mid-19th century. The story follows the lives of several characters who leave their homeland in search of a better life in America, including a young couple, a widow and her children, and a group of laborers. Through their journeys, the novel depicts the harsh realities of emigration, including the difficulties of the journey itself, the challenges of finding work and housing in a new country, and the loneliness and isolation that can come with leaving one's home and community behind. The Emigrants also explores the social and political context of the time, including the impact of the Great Famine on Irish society and the growing tensions between Irish Catholics and Protestants. Overall, The Emigrants is a powerful and moving portrayal of the struggles and sacrifices made by those who leave their homes in search of a better life, and a testament to the resilience and courage of the human spirit.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: 054869527X
• ISBN13: 9780548695272
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"