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LoC No.: 20015876
Title: Ireland and Poland: A Comparison
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Produced by Jimmy O'Regan (This file was produced from
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University of California, Los Angeles/The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Ireland and Poland: A Comparison" by T. W. Rolleston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines and contrasts the political, social, and economic conditions of Ireland and Poland under their respective governing powers during a time of significant reform and national identity struggles. The likely topic of the book is the exploration of national rights, governance, and the treatment of these two distinct nationalities under British and German dominion. In this comparative analysis, Rolleston outlines the historical context of Ireland and Poland, highlighting the reforms in Ireland that aimed to improve the lives of its inhabitants while contrasting them with the severe repressive measures faced by the Polish under German rule. He emphasizes various advancements made in Ireland, such as land reform, educational opportunities, and local governance, which fostered a sense of autonomy and progress. Rolleston argues that while Ireland has made notable strides toward equity and self-governance, Poland's plight is marked by oppression and cultural eradication. Throughout the book, he aims to debunk the narrative that portrays Ireland as a member of the subjugated nationalities, instead presenting it as a nation making positive progress within the framework of the United Kingdom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William), 1857-1920
EBook No.: 27057
Published: Oct 26, 2008
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Irish question
Subject: Polish question
Subject: Ireland -- Politics and government -- 1837-1901
Subject: Poland -- Politics and government -- 1796-1918
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 20015876
Title: Ireland and Poland: A Comparison
Credits:
Produced by Jimmy O'Regan (This file was produced from
images generously made available by The Library of the
University of California, Los Angeles/The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Ireland and Poland: A Comparison" by T. W. Rolleston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines and contrasts the political, social, and economic conditions of Ireland and Poland under their respective governing powers during a time of significant reform and national identity struggles. The likely topic of the book is the exploration of national rights, governance, and the treatment of these two distinct nationalities under British and German dominion. In this comparative analysis, Rolleston outlines the historical context of Ireland and Poland, highlighting the reforms in Ireland that aimed to improve the lives of its inhabitants while contrasting them with the severe repressive measures faced by the Polish under German rule. He emphasizes various advancements made in Ireland, such as land reform, educational opportunities, and local governance, which fostered a sense of autonomy and progress. Rolleston argues that while Ireland has made notable strides toward equity and self-governance, Poland's plight is marked by oppression and cultural eradication. Throughout the book, he aims to debunk the narrative that portrays Ireland as a member of the subjugated nationalities, instead presenting it as a nation making positive progress within the framework of the United Kingdom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William), 1857-1920
EBook No.: 27057
Published: Oct 26, 2008
Downloads: 115
Language: English
Subject: Irish question
Subject: Polish question
Subject: Ireland -- Politics and government -- 1837-1901
Subject: Poland -- Politics and government -- 1796-1918
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.