Publisher's Synopsis
St. Patrick's Armor: The Story Of The Coombe Ragged School (1880) is a historical non-fiction book written by Sarah Davies. The book tells the story of the Coombe Ragged School, which was founded in the 19th century in Dublin, Ireland. The school was established to provide education and support to the children of the poor and destitute in the area.The book provides a detailed account of the school's history, including its founding, the challenges it faced, and the impact it had on the community. It also explores the life of the school's founder, Dr. John Gregg, a prominent physician and social reformer who was dedicated to improving the lives of the poor.Through the stories of the school's students and staff, the book offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life for the poor in 19th-century Ireland. It also highlights the important role that education played in helping these children to overcome poverty and achieve a better future.Overall, St. Patrick's Armor: The Story Of The Coombe Ragged School (1880) is a fascinating and inspiring account of a little-known chapter in Irish history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education, social reform, and the fight against poverty.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.
