Publisher's Synopsis
White Poppies is a novel written by Iarfhlaith in 1905. The story is set in rural Ireland during the early 1900s and follows the life of a young woman named Caitlin O'Hara. Caitlin is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to make a better life for herself and her family.The novel explores the themes of love, family, tradition, and the struggle for independence. Caitlin falls in love with a young man named Sean, but their relationship is threatened by the traditional expectations of their families. Caitlin's father, who is a farmer, is opposed to her relationship with Sean because he is a poet and does not have a stable income. Caitlin's mother, on the other hand, supports her daughter's decision to follow her heart.As Caitlin and Sean's relationship becomes more serious, they face opposition from the wider community. The local priest, who is a powerful figure in the community, is opposed to their relationship because he sees it as a threat to the traditional values of the community.Despite the opposition, Caitlin and Sean continue to pursue their relationship and eventually get married. However, their happiness is short-lived as they are faced with further challenges. Sean's poetry is not well-received by the community, and he struggles to make a living. Caitlin, meanwhile, is torn between her love for her husband and her desire to provide for her family.White Poppies is a poignant and moving novel that explores the complexities of love, family, and tradition in rural Ireland. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.
