Bartoletti, Susan Campbell
Black Potatoes: The Story of the Great Irish Famine, 1845-1850
- ISBN 13:
- 9780618548835
- author:
- Bartoletti, Susan Campbell
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Houghton Mifflin
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 19.05 x 1.27 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Great Irish Famine, 1845-1850, is a devastating period in Irish history. In 1845, a mysterious blight attacked the potato crops, turning them black and destroying the primary food source for nearly six million people. The blight returned repeatedly over the next five years, leading to widespread starvation and disease. One million people died, while two million more left their homeland in search of survival. This book tells the story of the people who suffered during this time, including those who defied landlords, searched for food in empty fields, and worked hard for meager wages. It also explores the lives of those who died from starvation, disease, and the loss of loved ones. The book features black and white engravings that illustrate the struggles and resilience of the Irish people during this period. The story of the Great Irish Famine is one of hope and survival, highlighting the strength and determination of those who held on to their lives despite unimaginable hardship.
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