Publisher's Synopsis
An Irishman's Story is a memoir written by Justin McCarthy, an Irish nationalist and Member of Parliament in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book details McCarthy's life growing up in Ireland, his involvement in the Irish Home Rule movement, and his experiences as a politician and journalist.The memoir begins with McCarthy's childhood in Cork, Ireland, where he was raised in a family of lawyers and politicians. He describes his early education and his interest in literature and history, which would later inform his political views.McCarthy then recounts his involvement in the Irish Home Rule movement, which sought greater autonomy for Ireland from British rule. He describes his participation in political rallies and speeches, as well as his work as a journalist for Irish nationalist newspapers.The book also covers McCarthy's time as a Member of Parliament, where he worked to advance Irish interests and promote Home Rule. He discusses his relationships with other politicians, including Charles Stewart Parnell and William Ewart Gladstone, and provides insights into the political climate of the time.Throughout the memoir, McCarthy reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his life as an Irish nationalist and politician. He also offers his thoughts on the future of Ireland and the role of Irish nationalism in shaping it.An Irishman's Story provides a firsthand account of the Irish Home Rule movement and the political climate of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish history and politics.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.
