The Red Hand of Ulster by George A. Birmingham
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| Author | Birmingham, George A., 1865-1950 |
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| LoC No. | 12022594 |
| Title | The Red Hand of Ulster |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Red Hand of Ulster" by George A. Birmingham is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story delves into the complex political tensions in Ireland surrounding the Home Rule debate and features characters such as Joseph Peterson Conroy, a wealthy American, and Bob Power, his adventurous Irish secretary, as they become embroiled in revolutionary political schemes. The narrative weaves through their ambitions and the social dynamics of English society and Irish nationalism. The opening portion of the narrative introduces Conroy, who, having recently made a fortune, becomes disillusioned with London society and the emptiness of his extravagant lifestyle. He seeks something more thrilling and, through his discussions with Bob, contemplates stirring unrest in Ireland, suggesting financing a rebellion in the face of British authority. Meanwhile, Bob Power's perspective on the politics of Ireland reveals a mix of skepticism and loyalty, as he navigates their growing ambitions. Their conversations hint at a looming conflict between the Irish nationalists and loyalists, framing the exciting premise for the developing plot. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ulster (Northern Ireland and Ireland) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29533 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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