Critics’ Reviews

“Karen Sonnelitter has compiled a remarkable collection of documents relating to Ireland’s darkest hour. In doing so, she has given voice to the many who shaped, endured and lived through this awful catastrophe. This is a fantastic teaching tool and essential reading for all those interested in the history of the Great Irish Famine. The publishers are also to be commended for providing this valuable guide to the study of the Irish Famine.” — Ciarán Reilly, Maynooth University