Irish Books and Irish People by Stephen Lucius Gwynn
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"Irish Books and Irish People" by Stephen Lucius Gwynn is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work discusses various aspects of Irish literature and culture, particularly focusing on the unique characteristics of Irish life, humor, and education during the 19th century. It provides a critical examination of notable Irish writers and movements, while reflecting on the broader implications of these contributions on national identity. The opening of
the book highlights the author's reflections on the state of Irish literature and the cultural atmosphere of his time. Gwynn notes the significant changes in Ireland's literary landscape, influenced by movements such as the Gaelic revival and prominent figures like Yeats and Synge. He contrasts the aspirations of Irish writers with the realities of societal expectations, stressing the tension between artistic freedom and political sentiment. Throughout these opening thoughts, Gwynn sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Irish literature, Education, and character, offering insight into the evolving identity of the Irish people amidst their tumultuous historical context. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Gwynn, Stephen Lucius, 1864-1950 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20006834 |
| Title | Irish Books and Irish People |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa Er-Raqabi, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.1 (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 -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Civilization, Celtic, in literature |
| Subject | Language and culture -- Ireland |
| Subject | Irish literature -- History and criticism |
| Subject | National characteristics, Irish |
| Subject | Irish wit and humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22264 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-22264-6 |
| Release Date | Aug 8, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1172 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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