Paradise Farm (1911)

Paradise Farm is a novel written by Katharine Tynan and published in 1911. The story is set in rural Ireland and follows the lives of the O'Donnell family, who live on a farm called Paradise. The family is headed by the matriarch, Mrs. O'Donnell, who is a strong-willed woman with a deep love for her family and her land. Her children include her son, Michael, and her daughters, Bridget and Kathleen. The novel explores the themes of family, love, and community, as well as the struggles and hardships faced by rural farmers in Ireland at the turn of the century. The O'Donnell family is faced with many challenges, including financial difficulties, illness, and the threat of eviction from their land. However, they are also supported by their strong sense of community and the love they have for each other. Throughout the novel, Tynan paints a vivid picture of rural life in Ireland, with its beautiful landscapes, close-knit communities, and traditional customs. She also delves into the complex relationships between family members, particularly the bond between mothers and their children. Overall, Paradise Farm is a heartwarming and poignant novel that explores the joys and struggles of rural life in Ireland at the turn of the century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.