Focusing on the experiences of seven Black visitors to Ireland before the American Civil War, this publication expands on narratives introduced in the first volume. It delves into their unique stories, highlighting their interactions with Irish society and the impact of their visits, offering a rich exploration of cultural exchanges and historical contexts during this pivotal period.
Focusing on the journeys of ten black abolitionists, including Frederick Douglass, this publication explores their travels to Ireland prior to the American Civil War to garner support for the abolition movement. The narratives highlight the diverse and remarkable experiences of these individuals, showcasing their interactions with Irish society and culture as they sought to unite efforts against slavery.
The Great Famine of 1845-52 caused the deaths of approximately one million Irish people. This work contains details about the interpretation of motives behind the London governments' responses, and the confrontation.
Irland entwickelt sich zu einem vielbesuchten Reiseziel, immer mehr Menschen zieht es auf die grüne Insel.§§In diesem Buch zeigt die Autorin - jenseits aller Verklärung zwischen Keltenkitsch und Riverdance - welche Entwicklungen Irland geprägt haben. Von den keltischen Hochkönigen und Druiden über die englische Herrschaft bis zu den Bemühungen um einen dauerhaften Frieden wird der interesssierte Leser auf sachkundige und anschauliche Weise mit der facettenreichen Geschichte der Insel im äußersten Westen Europas vertraut gemacht.