The Big Fellow

The Big Fellow is a biography written by Frederick Palmer that delves into the life of Michael Collins, an Irish revolutionary leader who played a key role in the Irish War of Independence. The book explores Collins' early life in rural Ireland, his involvement in the Easter Rising of 1916, and his rise to prominence within the Irish Republican Army (IRA). Palmer paints a vivid portrait of Collins as a charismatic and determined leader who was willing to take risks in order to achieve his goals. The book also examines Collins' relationships with other key figures of the time, including Eamon de Valera and Winston Churchill. Throughout the book, Palmer provides a detailed account of the events that shaped Collins' life and career, including his involvement in the Treaty negotiations that led to the creation of the Irish Free State. The Big Fellow is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Irish history or the life of Michael Collins.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.