The Felon's Track or History of the Attempted Outbreak in Ireland by Michael Doheny (HQ32)

Published 1920: Fourth Impression / Hardcover / Very Good Condition / Illustrated throughout

Original green cloth with gilt titles on the cover and spine. 320 very clean and bright pages, mild speckled endpapers and edges. Boards slightly rubbed and faded with time and bumped on the corners and spine ends consistent with age. A very scarce edition. (HQ32)

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The Felon’s Track or History of the Attempted Outbreak in Ireland. Embracing the leading events in the Irish struggle from the year 1843 to the close of 1848.

"The Felon's Track" by Michael Doheny is a historical account of the attempted outbreak in Ireland from 1843 to 1848. The book delves into the leading events of the Irish struggle during this period, focusing on the failed insurrection led by Young Ireland. The narrative includes Doheny's personal experiences and observations, shedding light on the challenges faced by the Irish people in their quest for independence. Through detailed accounts of personal experiences and historical events, the book offers a comprehensive look at a pivotal moment in Irish history, highlighting the sacrifices and motivations of those who fought for their country's freedom.

Tipperary born Michael Doheny took part in the Young Irelander Rebellion of 1848, eluded arrest, and after being hunted by the police for some time, escaped to New York. He settled in the United States, and became a lawyer and a soldier with the Fenian Brotherhood. He helped to found the Irish-American 69th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed the “Fighting Irish”, in which he was a company commander. The regiment would have an illustrious history in the American Civil War and in both world wars. [Google Books]