The Irish Convert; or, Popish Intolerance Illustrated

By William Lupton

Book Overview

The Irish Convert: Or Popish Intolerance Illustrated is a book written by William Lupton and published in 1849. The book provides a detailed account of the author's conversion from Catholicism to Protestantism and the intolerance he experienced from the Catholic Church in Ireland. Lupton's narrative explores the history of the Catholic Church in Ireland and its relationship with the Protestant community. He discusses the various forms of discrimination and persecution that Protestants faced at the hands of the Catholic Church, including restrictions on education and employment opportunities. The book also includes personal anecdotes from Lupton's own experiences as a Catholic and his eventual conversion to Protestantism. He describes the difficulties he faced in leaving the Catholic Church and the backlash he received from his former community. Overall, The Irish Convert: Or Popish Intolerance Illustrated provides a critical perspective on the Catholic Church in Ireland and its treatment of Protestants. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the complex religious and political tensions that have shaped Irish society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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: 1165093162
• ISBN13: 9781165093168
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"