The With Notices of Earlier Irish Famines O'Rourke, John, Canon creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The History of the Great Irish Famine of 1847" by O'Rourke is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work examines the catastrophic impact of the Great Famine in Ireland, exploring not only the events of this specific crisis but also providing insights into earlier famines that shaped the nation's agrarian landscape. The author aims to document the leading facts surrounding the famine, its causes, and its implications on the Irish population, drawing upon various contemporary sources and testimonies to paint a comprehensive picture of the suffering endured during this period. The opening of the book introduces the author’s perspective on the significance of the Irish Famine of 1847, detailing his intent to gather historical accounts before valuable testimonies fade with the passing of those who experienced it. O'Rourke outlines his research process, which involved soliciting information from contemporaries, consulting historical records, and firsthand accounts. Moreover, the beginning sections delve into the history of the potato, its introduction to Ireland, and its eventual dominance as a staple food that would lead to devastation when blight struck the potato crop, showcasing the interconnectedness of agricultural practices and the looming threat of famine in the narrative of Irish history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-12-21 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Ireland -- History -- Famine, 1845-1852 Famines -- Ireland -- History DA Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14412 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14412 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133335.0 14412