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The Graves Are Walking: The Great Famine And The Saga Of The Irish People
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A Magisterial Account Of One Of The Worst Disasters To Strike Humankindthe Great Irish Potato Famineconveyed As Lyrical Narrative History From The Acclaimed Author Of The Great Mortalitydeeply Researched, Compelling In Its Details, And Startling In Its Conclusions About The Appalling Decisions Behind A Tragedy Of Epic Proportions, John Kelly'S Retelling Of The Awful Story Of Ireland'S Great Hunger Will Resonate Today As History That Speaks To Our Own Times.It Started In 1845 And Before It Was Over More Than One Million Men, Women, And Children Would Die And Another Two Million Would Flee The Country. Measured In Terms Of Mortality, The Great Irish Potato Famine Was The Worst Disaster In The Nineteenth Centuryit Claimed Twice As Many Lives As The American Civil War. A Perfect Storm Of Bacterial Infection, Political Greed, And Religious Intolerance Sparked This Catastrophe. But Even More Extraordinary Than Its Scope Were Its Political Underpinnings, And The Graves Are Walking Provides Fresh Material And Analysis On The Role That Britain'S Nationbuilding Policies Played In Exacerbating The Devastation By Attempting To Use The Famine To Reshape Irish Society And Character. Religious Dogma, Antirelief Sentiment, And Racial And Political Ideology Combined To Result In An Almost Inconceivable Disaster Of Human Suffering.This Is Ultimately A Story Of Triumph Over Perceived Destiny: For Fifty Million Americans Of Irish Heritage, The Saga Of A Broken People Fleeing Crushing Starvation And Remaking Themselves In A New Land Is An Inspiring Story Of Revival.Based On Extensive Research And Written With Novelistic Flair, The Graves Are Walking Draws A Portrait That Is Both Intimate And Panoramic, That Captures The Drama Of Individual Lives Caught Up In An Unimaginable Tragedy, While Imparting A New Understanding Of The Famine'S Causes And Consequences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Graves Are Walking' about? A: 'The Graves Are Walking' offers a detailed historical narrative on the Great Irish Potato Famine, exploring the social, political, and economic factors that led to this catastrophic event.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Graves Are Walking' is John Kelly, who is recognized for his engaging writing style and thorough research.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Graves Are Walking'? A: 'The Graves Are Walking' was published on August 21, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Graves Are Walking' have? A: 'The Graves Are Walking' contains 416 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is 'The Graves Are Walking' a first edition? A: Yes, 'The Graves Are Walking' is published as a first edition.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Graves Are Walking'? A: The book explores themes of tragedy, resilience, political greed, religious intolerance, and the impact of the Great Irish Potato Famine on society.
- Q: Is 'The Graves Are Walking' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, due to its extensive research and detailed analysis, 'The Graves Are Walking' is suitable for academic study and can serve as a reliable historical reference.
- Q: What makes 'The Graves Are Walking' a compelling read? A: 'The Graves Are Walking' is compelling due to its lyrical narrative style, thorough research, and the way it connects historical events to contemporary issues.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, 'The Graves Are Walking' would make a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in history, particularly those fascinated by Irish history or the 19th century.