Poirteir, Cathal
The Great Irish Famine (Thomas Davis Lecture Series)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781856351119
- author:
- Poirteir, Cathal
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The Mercier Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 283
- Genre:
- British & Irish history
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Great Irish Famine by Cathal Poirteir is a comprehensive and authoritative study of one of Ireland's most pivotal events. This collection of essays brings together leading experts from various fields to provide the most up-to-date research on the Famine, covering its background and consequences in depth. Featuring contributions from renowned historians, economists, and geographers, this book offers a wide-ranging exploration of the Famine, drawing on disciplines such as medicine, folklore, and literature. With a diverse range of perspectives, it provides the fullest account yet of this significant period in Irish history. First published in 1996, this book remains an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of the Great Irish Famine.