Declan O'Rourke
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In his literary debut, Declan ORourke explores the story of the ua Buachalla family during the Great Irish Famine through the lens of a single town, Macroom, Co. Cork. Cornelius Creed, a local pawnbroker, serves as a voice for the poor, intertwined with the tale of Pádraig ua Buachalla. Declan's writing is praised for its powerful strength and compassion, offering a vivid and lyrical portrayal of this significant period in Irish history.
Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2021
Publisher: Gill
Declan ORourke's acclaimed album, Chronicles of the Great Irish Famine, was released to critical acclaim in 2017. It shed light on an extraordinary series of eye-witness accounts, including the story of Pádraig and Cáit ua Buachalla. Four years later, in Declan's meticulously researched literary debut, the story of the ua Buachalla family is woven into a powerful, multilayered work that offers a unique perspective on the famine by focusing on a single town—Macroom, Co. Cork—and its surroundings.
Local pawnbroker Cornelius Creed occupies a pivotal position between the classes. Sensitive and empathetic, he serves as a voice for the impoverished, and his narrative is intricately intertwined with that of Pádraig ua Buachalla. Through these characters, Declan employs local history and documentary evidence to create a kaleidoscopic portrayal of this pivotal moment in Irish history.
This captivating piece of writing is a testament to Declan's innate storytelling abilities. Joseph OConnor, in his review, praised the narrative for its "powerful strength and compassion." Michael Harding similarly remarked on its "lucid, lovingly-written and lyrical" quality. Professor Christine Kinealy commended the book for its "lyrical" and "lucid" style.
Chronicles of the Great Irish Famine is a profound and evocative exploration of a tragic chapter in Irish history, offering a fresh perspective through the lens of a single town and its inhabitants. Declan ORourke's masterful storytelling and meticulous research make this a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history and culture.
Weight: 772g
Dimension: 164 x 246 x 44 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780717186327
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