ConlonMcKenna, Marita
Under the Hawthorn Tree: Children of the Famine
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780862782061
- author:
- ConlonMcKenna, Marita
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OBrien Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1990
- Pages:
- 160
- Genre:
- Historical fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Under the Hawthorn Tree is a powerful and moving story of courage and resilience. In 1840s Ireland, a devastating famine has left many families struggling to survive. When tragedy strikes, three siblings must rely on their strength, love and loyalty to overcome incredible hardship. With the help of their mother's stories, they set out on a journey to find the great aunts who may hold the key to their future. This heart-wrenching tale of family, survival and hope is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in Irish history and the struggles of those who lived through it.
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