The White Cockade

The White Cockade is a historical fiction novel written by Lady Gregory. Set in Ireland during the late 18th century, the book tells the story of a young girl named Anne, who is caught up in the political turmoil of the time. Anne is a member of the Protestant Ascendancy, a privileged class of landowners who are in conflict with the Catholic majority. As tensions rise, Anne finds herself torn between her loyalty to her family and her growing sympathy for the Catholic cause.The novel is rich in historical detail, offering a vivid portrayal of life in Ireland during this period. Lady Gregory draws on her own family history to create a compelling narrative that captures the complexity of the political and social issues of the time. The characters are well-drawn and multi-dimensional, with their personal struggles reflecting the larger conflicts of the era.The White Cockade is a powerful and engaging novel that explores themes of identity, loyalty, and political upheaval. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history or historical fiction in general.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.