The Molly Maguires Of Pennsylvania Or Ireland In America: A True Narrative (1882) - Paperback

by Ernest W. Lucy (Author), C. E. (Editor)

The Molly Maguires of Pennsylvania or Ireland in America: A True Narrative is a historical book written by Ernest W. Lucy and published in 1882. The book details the story of the Molly Maguires, a secret society of Irish coal miners who operated in Pennsylvania during the late 19th century. The Molly Maguires were known for their violent tactics against mine owners and their agents, and their activities ultimately led to a series of trials and executions. The book provides a comprehensive account of the origins and activities of the Molly Maguires, as well as the events leading up to their downfall. It also explores the social and economic conditions that contributed to the rise of the Molly Maguires, including the exploitation of Irish immigrants in the coal industry. Overall, The Molly Maguires of Pennsylvania or Ireland in America: A True Narrative is an important historical work that sheds light on a little-known chapter of American labor history. It provides a vivid and engaging portrayal of the struggles and conflicts that characterized the lives of Irish immigrants in the late 19th century, and the ways in which they sought to resist and challenge the oppressive conditions they faced.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.