| Author |
McDonnell, Michael, Sir, 1882-1956 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Redmond, John Edward, 1856-1918 |
| Title |
Ireland and the Home Rule Movement
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 45.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Ireland and the Home Rule Movement" by Sir Michael McDonnell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the complex issues surrounding Irish governance and the longstanding struggle for autonomy from British rule. It likely addresses themes of national identity, political oppression, and the advocacy for self-government, providing insights into the Irish socio-economic landscape during this pivotal period. The opening of the work presents a preface by John Redmond, who emphasizes the importance of addressing British ignorance concerning Irish affairs. He argues that the lack of understanding has historically hindered support for Irish autonomy. McDonnell's introduction, quoted extensively in this opening, sets the tone for a detailed exploration of Ireland's governance, highlighting grievances related to economic exploitation and political disenfranchisement. The author aims to inform both British and Irish audiences about the intricacies of these issues, advocating for reform and understanding amidst historical injustices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Home rule -- Ireland
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| Subject |
Ireland
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13998 |
| Release Date |
Nov 9, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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