The Fair Irish Maid (1911)

By Justin McCarthy

Book Overview

The Fair Irish Maid is a historical fiction novel written by Justin Huntly McCarthy and first published in 1911. The story is set in Ireland during the 18th century and follows the life of a young and beautiful Irish girl named Eileen O'Connor. Eileen is the daughter of a wealthy landowner, but she is forced to flee her home when her father is killed by English soldiers during a rebellion.Eileen seeks refuge in the countryside and becomes a servant in the household of a wealthy Englishman named Sir John Temple. Despite their differences in social status and nationality, Eileen and Sir John fall in love with each other. However, their relationship is threatened by Sir John's jealous wife and the political tensions between the Irish and English.As the story unfolds, Eileen and Sir John struggle to overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of their love. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including rebels, soldiers, and aristocrats, who add depth and drama to the story.The Fair Irish Maid is a captivating tale of love and adventure that captures the spirit of Ireland during a tumultuous period in its history. McCarthy's vivid descriptions of the Irish countryside and the political climate of the time create a rich and immersive reading experience. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, romance, and adventure.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164191195
• ISBN13: 9781164191193
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 366 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"