The Great Famine in Tralee and North Kerry

With a particular focus on eyewitness accounts, this book brings to light the shocking realities of life in Tralee and North Kerry from 1845 to 1852, as the unprecedented catastrophe of the potato blight gripped the area. Focusing on the human stories , the accounts provide a moving insight into the suffering endured by thousands in the area. These powerful testimonies provide a vivid sense of the crisis and the stark dilemmas faced by those who tried to alleviate the suffering, as well as the compassion and courage of those who spoke out on behalf of the destitute. The book also offers insights into the related issues of the time, such as emigration, 'souperism', and civil unrest. -- Publisher description