The Life Of Daniel O'Connell

By Michael MacDonagh

Book Overview

Daniel O'Connell was called The Liberator for a reason. One man changed a nation. In this classic historical biography, Michael MacDonagh traces the 19th century statesman life of the leader who pressed relentlessly for Catholic emancipation in Ireland and helped shape the course of modern Irish nationalism. Following O'Connell's rise from provincial lawyer to commanding presence in the British Parliament and Ireland, MacDonagh reveals a figure at once pragmatic and principled, whose campaigns and compromises transformed 19th century Ireland politics and left a legacy still felt today. As an experienced political observer and historian, MacDonagh crafts a complete Daniel O'Connell biography that combines close research with vivid storytelling, making this a standout Irish political biography for Irish history students, general readers and classic-literature collectors. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. At once an Irish nationalist leaders biography and a key work in Irish nationalist movement history, The Life Of Daniel O'Connell offers compelling reading for history buffs, anyone interested in British Parliament and Ireland, and those curating a classic Irish history collection or seeking a definitive window onto Ireland's turbulent nineteenth century.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354447856
• ISBN13: 9789354447853
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 466 Pages
• Weight: 2.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"