9781333124663 - Canvassing: A Tale (Classic Reprint) di Banim, John (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces readers to the complex world of Irish politics and society in the 19th century through the experiences of Lord Warringdon as he campaigns for election in an Irish county. His preconceived notions clash with the realities of poverty, debt, and other issues, complicating his ambition to rise through the ranks of the aristocracy. Full of life, Lord Warringdon quickly grasps how much he does not know about the challenges that face the Irish community. As the campaign unfolds around him, he learns from his father to 'play with his brute some other time,' and immerse himself in the culture he has entered. Lord Warringdon's journey allows the author to explore the social and political complexities of a region that has often been marginalized by those in power, yet remains central to the development of modern Britain. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into Ireland's history and the often-overlooked role it played in shaping the course of the British Empire This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.