A Twelve Months' Residence In Ireland: During The Famine And The Public Works, 1846 And 1847 (1848)

""A Twelve Months' Residence in Ireland: During the Famine and the Public Works, 1846 and 1847"" is a book written by William Henry Smith and published in 1848. The book is a firsthand account of the author's experiences living in Ireland during the Great Famine of the mid-19th century. Smith was a British civil servant and he spent a year in Ireland overseeing the implementation of public works projects designed to alleviate the suffering caused by the famine. The book provides a detailed description of the social and economic conditions in Ireland during the famine, as well as the various relief efforts that were undertaken by the British government. Smith's account is notable for its sympathetic portrayal of the Irish people and his criticism of British policies that exacerbated the famine's impact. The book is divided into twelve chapters, one for each month of Smith's residence in Ireland. Each chapter provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and observations during that month, including his interactions with local officials, relief workers, and ordinary Irish people. Overall, ""A Twelve Months' Residence in Ireland"" is an important historical document that provides valuable insight into the devastating impact of the Great Famine on Ireland and its people. It is also a compelling personal narrative that offers a unique perspective on this tragic period in Irish history.With Suggestions To Meet The Coming Crisis.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.