Twenty Years In The Wild West

Or Life In Connaught (1879)

von Matilda Charlotte Houstoun

304 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Twenty Years In The Wild West: Or Life In Connaught (1879) is a memoir written by Matilda Charlotte Houstoun. In the book, Houstoun recounts her experiences living in the west of Ireland, specifically in the province of Connaught, for twenty years. She describes the people she met, the landscapes she encountered, and the customs and traditions of the region.Houstoun's memoir provides a unique perspective on life in rural Ireland during the mid-19th century. She writes about the challenges of living in a remote area, including the difficulty of obtaining basic necessities and the harsh weather conditions. She also discusses the social and political issues of the time, including the impact of the Great Famine and the struggle for Irish independence.Throughout the book, Houstoun's love for the people and the land of Connaught shines through. She describes the beauty of the countryside, the warmth of the people, and the rich cultural heritage of the region. Her memoir is a valuable historical document that offers insight into a time and place that is often overlooked in Irish history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• ISBN: 9781437358117
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 10.12.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC