Publisher's Synopsis
""A Visit to Connaught, in the Autumn of 1847"" is a historical book written by James Hack Tuke, published in 1848. The book is a letter addressed to the Central Relief Committee of the Society of Friends in Dublin, Ireland. The book describes Tuke's journey to Connaught, a province in western Ireland, during the autumn of 1847. Tuke was a member of the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers, and his purpose for the visit was to assess the conditions of the people affected by the Great Famine, which was a period of mass starvation and disease that occurred in Ireland between 1845 and 1852.Tuke's letter provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations during his visit to Connaught. He describes the devastating effects of the famine on the people, including the widespread poverty, starvation, and disease. He also discusses the relief efforts that were being made by the Society of Friends and other organizations to help the people in need.The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the conditions of Ireland during the Great Famine. It is also a testament to the humanitarian efforts of the Society of Friends and other organizations that worked to provide relief to the people affected by the famine. Overall, ""A Visit to Connaught, in the Autumn of 1847"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history, humanitarianism, and social justice.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.
