On January 19th, 1863, when the spectre of the Great Famine still loomed over the land, Alexander Irvine was born into dire poverty in the town of Antrim. His parents had broken with convention and... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Forget Angela's Ashes, This is the classic novel of the Irish. Set in Ulster, it describes how the Famine unlike the popular fallacy, hit poor Protestants as well as Catholics. The Author, Alexander Irvine became a Preacher and Union Organiser in North America towards the end of the 19th Century. This is the true story of his Co Antrim chilhood. A brilliant read and one to keep going back to. A true classic.
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A poignant portrayal of life in Ireland during the potato famine. Dr. Irvine's love and adoration of his mother is apparent in his writing. A must for all Irish and those of Irish descent.
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