Children of the Dead End: The Autobiography of an Irish Navvy by Patrick MacGill
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| Author | MacGill, Patrick, 1890?-1963 |
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| Title | Children of the Dead End: The Autobiography of an Irish Navvy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Children of the Dead End: The Autobiography of an Irish Navvy" by Patrick MacGill is an autobiography written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the life of Dermod Flynn, a young boy from Donegal, as he ventures into the hard reality of working as a navvy (a term for laborers who build roads or railways) in Ireland. Through the lens of Dermod's experiences, the book delves into themes of poverty, family life, social injustice, and the struggles of the working class during a tumultuous period. The opening of the autobiography introduces the reader to Dermod Flynn's childhood, painted against the backdrop of his family's simple life in Glenmornan. Set during a cold winter night, the narrative captures tender moments shared around a fire, familial bonds, and the looming hardships faced by the Flynn family. Dermod reflects on his surroundings, revealing a blend of innocence and hardship, from the chores shared with his siblings to the superstitions and traditions of rural Ireland. As Dermod's story unfolds, it becomes evident that he is on the brink of daunting challenges, hinting at his eventual journey toward becoming a navvy and the significant struggles he will encounter along the way. This glimpse sets the stage for a rich narrative filled with personal and social themes, making it compelling for readers interested in historical accounts and social realism. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Working class -- Fiction |
| Subject | Authors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Poor -- Fiction |
| Subject | Irish -- Scotland -- Fiction |
| Subject | Donegal (Ireland : County) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50324 |
| Release Date | Oct 27, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 143 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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