Paul O'Brien

Broschiertes Buch

The Glynns of Kilrush, County Clare, 1811-1940

A Family Business Empire in Changing Times

Beschreibung

A captivating saga of family, business, and politics in 19th-century Ireland. Delve into the remarkable history of the Glynns of Kilrush, County Clare, from 1811 to 1940, as they rise from humble corn millers to prominent figures in their community. Explore their entrepreneurial spirit, strategic networking, and the expansion of their business empire, encompassing milling, shipping, and railways. Discover how the Glynns navigated the social and economic landscape of a provincial Irish town, leaving a lasting legacy on Kilrush and its people. * Uncover the dynamics of a Catholic middle-class family in a changing Ireland. * Examine the interplay of family, business, and local politics. * Understand the mechanisms of social and economic influence in a provincial setting. This insightful study, enriched by a previously undiscovered family archive, offers a unique perspective on Irish history, business, and society. Perfect for historians, genealogists, and anyone fascinated by the story of Ireland.

Autor

Paul O'Brien received his Doctorate from the Department of History at Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, where he lectures in the Academic Learning Centre. He was a Research Fellow at Centre Culturel Irlandais, Paris. He is a recipient of the Military Heritage Trust of Ireland award for his research into recruitment practices during the First World War. Active in the area of architectural heritage and archival management, he advises on a number of local and national committees.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Four Courts Press
• Seitenzahl: 224
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. April 2019
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 231mm x 155mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 318g
• ISBN-13: 9781846827761
• ISBN-10: 1846827760
• Artikelnr.: 54820937