The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849
The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1992528
Book • Nonfiction
Ireland • 1840s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849 by Cecil Woodham-Smith examines the Irish Potato Famine's devastating impact, highlighting human suffering, government failure, and socioeconomic factors. Through thorough research, the author presents the famine's causes, effects, and international response, focusing on the personal experiences of individuals affected by this tragic period in Irish history.
Informative
Dark
Melancholic
Unnerving
Challenging
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The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849 by Cecil Woodham-Smith is lauded for its meticulous research and compassionate narrative. It vividly details the Irish Famine's causes and impacts. However, some critics suggest it could offer more diverse perspectives and deeper analysis of political complexities. Overall, it remains a powerful historical account.
Who Should Read The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849?
A reader captivated by historical narratives, particularly those that scrutinize social and economic impacts, will appreciate The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849. Fans of The Irish Famine by Colm Tóibín & Diarmaid Ferriter or Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown will find this detailed exploration of the Irish Potato Famine engaging.
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Cecil Woodham-Smith is celebrated for her meticulous research and engaging narrative style, which made The Great Hunger: Ireland 1845 - 1849 a highly respected account of the Irish Potato Famine.
The book explores the socio-political context of the famine, shedding light on the British government's role and its controversial policies during the crisis.
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The Great Hunger was first published in 1962 and has since been regarded as a cornerstone work in understanding the full impact and causes of the Irish Famine.
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Book • Nonfiction
Ireland • 1840s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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