The Price Of Unity (1912)

By Maturin B W (Basil William), Basil W. Maturin, Maturin B W (Basil William)

Book Overview

The Price of Unity is a historical novel written by Basil W. Maturin in 1912. The story is set in Ireland during the 18th century, a time of great political and social upheaval. The novel follows the lives of two families, the O'Neills and the Fitzgeralds, who are caught up in the struggle for Irish independence.The O'Neills are a wealthy Catholic family who are loyal to the cause of Irish independence. The Fitzgeralds, on the other hand, are a Protestant family who are loyal to the British Crown. Despite their political differences, the two families are united by a deep friendship that has lasted for generations.As the struggle for Irish independence intensifies, the friendship between the O'Neills and the Fitzgeralds is put to the test. The O'Neills become involved in the rebellion against British rule, while the Fitzgeralds remain loyal to the Crown. The two families find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict, and their friendship is strained to the breaking point.The Price of Unity explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the cost of political conflict. It is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the struggle for Irish independence. Maturin's vivid descriptions of life in 18th century Ireland, combined with his compelling characters and gripping plot, make The Price of Unity a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history or historical fiction.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: 1164029398
• ISBN13: 9781164029397
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"