One Irish Summer by William Eleroy Curtis
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"One Irish Summer" by William Eleroy Curtis is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book describes the author's experiences during a summer spent exploring Ireland, reflecting on its landscapes, culture, and the socio-economic changes happening at the time. Curtis presents a vivid picture of Ireland's beauty and the warmth of its people while delving into themes of economic improvement and identity among returning Irish emigrants. The opening of
the book sets the stage for an immersive journey through Ireland, as the author recounts the initial moments of landing at Queenstown. Curtis observes the diverse passengers disembarking, particularly focusing on Irish-Americans returning home for the first time. He portrays the contrasting appearances of these travelers compared to the local populace, highlighting the transformation brought on by emigration. The author emphasizes the stark differences in their experiences and prospects, reflecting on Ireland's recent positive changes under British governance. Throughout this first portion, the rich descriptions of Irish landscapes and social dynamics captivate the reader, serving as a prelude to Curtis's explorations throughout the country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Curtis, William Eleroy, 1850-1911 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 09010946 |
| Title | One Irish Summer |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Ireland -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43921 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1713 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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