The Irish Potato Famine

By Joseph R. O'Neill

This title examines an important historic event, the Irish Potato Famine. Readers will learn the history of Ireland leading up to the famine, key players and happenings during the famine, and the event's effect on society. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Events is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1604535148
• ISBN13: 9781604535143
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Essential Library
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12