02299cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500007001051000039001122450047001512640051001983000047002493360026002963370026003223380036003485000031003845080084004155201371004995340045018706530023019158560042019389990017019803141UtSlPG20260610133108.0mcr n260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDA1 aThébaud, Augustus J.,d1807-188514aThe Irish Race in the Past and the Present 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2002  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2002-03-01  aThis etext was produced by Charles Franks and the Distributed Proofreaders Team  a"The Irish Race in the Past and the Present" by Rev. Augustus J. Thébaud is a historical account that appears to have been written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the unique identity and character of the Irish people, exploring their history and culture while positioning them as a distinct and notable presence in the context of European nations. The author emphasizes the deeply Catholic nature of Irish identity and the resilience of the Irish spirit throughout centuries of hardship and foreign domination.  The opening portion of the book sets a reflective tone, introducing readers to the idea that each nation reveals its character through its historical context and actions. Thébaud draws upon the thoughts of Count Joseph de Maistre regarding national identity, asserting that the Irish possess a strong individuality despite their struggles. He elaborates on the historical events that have defined the Irish experience, mentioning their struggles against various adversaries, such as the Northmen and Anglo-Normans, and their steadfast adherence to Catholicism amidst Protestantism's encroachments. This preface hints at a thorough exploration of Irish history and character, suggesting that the resilience and distinctiveness of the Irish race make it a compelling subject worthy of study. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aIreland -- History40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3141  c45213d45213