Songs Of The Irish Land War (1888)

Songs of the Irish Land War is a book written by Thomas Stanislaus Cleary in 1888. The book is a collection of songs that were written during the Irish Land War, which was a period of political and social unrest in Ireland during the late 19th century. The songs in the book were written by Irish nationalists and agrarian activists who were fighting for land reform and the rights of tenant farmers. The book contains a total of 60 songs, each with lyrics and musical notation. The songs cover a range of themes, including the struggles of tenant farmers, the injustices of the British land system, and the desire for Irish independence. Many of the songs were written in the traditional Irish folk style, with catchy melodies and poignant lyrics that captured the spirit of the time.In addition to the songs themselves, the book also includes an introduction by the author, which provides historical context for the Land War and the songs that were written during this period. The introduction also discusses the significance of music in Irish culture and politics, and how the songs in the book contributed to the larger movement for Irish independence.Overall, Songs of the Irish Land War is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the struggles of Irish nationalists and tenant farmers during a pivotal period in Irish history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish culture, history, or music.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.