The truth about Ireland : or, Through the Emerald Isle with an aeroplane by Corkey
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| Author | Corkey, Alexander, 1871-1914 |
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| Contributor | Bryan, William Jennings, 1860-1925 |
| LoC No. | 10008190 |
| Title | The truth about Ireland : or, Through the Emerald Isle with an aeroplane |
| Original Publication | London: Richard J James, 1910. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Fiona Holmes and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "The Truth About Ireland: or, Through the Emerald Isle With an Aeroplane" by Alexander Corkey is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book captures the author's exciting adventures as he explores Ireland by aeroplane, taking the reader on a vivid aerial journey through the picturesque landscapes and significant cultural landmarks of the Emerald Isle. The opening of the work sets the stage for an innovative travel experience, beginning with the author's introduction to aeroplanes through the Wright Brothers and leading to a spontaneous decision to fly over Ireland. The narrative introduces characters such as the enthusiastic aviator Mike Connor, the author’s companion, while outlining their plans to take an unprecedented trip across the island. Corkey outlines his doubts and fears about flying while expressing sheer exhilaration at the beauty of Ireland, showcasing iconic locations like Blarney Castle and Killarney lakes, offering readers a glimpse of both the stunning vistas from the air and the rich cultural backdrop of the Irish landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Ireland -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72418 |
| Release Date | Dec 15, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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