The Wild Irishman by T. W. H. Crosland
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"The Wild Irishman" by T. W. H. Crosland is a commentary on Irish identity and culture, written in the early 20th century. This work delves into various aspects of Irish life, weaving together social observations, critiques of political sentiments, and reflections on the Irish character and conditions. It also sheds light on the effects of emigration and the Irish experience in America, aiming to provide a perspective on Ireland's ongoing struggles and
the resilience of its people. The opening of the text establishes a critical tone as it reflects on the so-called "Irish question," exploring its historical context and current relevance. Crosland discusses the contrasting perspectives of the Irish towards England and America, portraying America as a "promised land" for many Irish. He provides a detailed analysis of the social and economic distress in Ireland, emphasizing the resilience and unique culture of the Irish people amidst prevailing hardships. The preference for addressing serious cultural issues with humor and wit becomes apparent, indicating the author's broader critique of both Irish and English society while setting the stage for an exploration of Irish customs, history, and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crosland, T. W. H. (Thomas William Hodgson), 1865-1924 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 05019236 |
| Title | The Wild Irishman |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.6 (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 | National characteristics, Irish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57838 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57838-5 |
| Release Date | Sep 3, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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