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The Irish Americans: A History

Jay P. Dolan
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The Irish Americans: A History

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2008

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Jay P. Dolan

The Irish Americans: A History

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 19th-21st century

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Irish Americans: A History by Jay P. Dolan chronicles the journey and contributions of individuals of Irish descent in the United States. The book examines their cultural, social, and political influence while highlighting the challenges they faced in integrating into American society. Dolan provides an insightful narrative of the evolution of Irish American identity over time.

Informative

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.0

938 ratings

64%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jay P. Dolan’s The Irish Americans: A History offers a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the Irish experience in America. Many appreciate its detailed research and storytelling. However, some critics feel it occasionally lacks depth in analysis, especially on contemporary issues. Overall, it is a valuable resource for understanding the Irish American journey.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Irish Americans: A History?

A reader who enjoys The Irish Americans: A History by Jay P. Dolan likely has an interest in immigrant history, cultural identity, and Irish-American heritage. Comparable works include How the Irish Became White by Noel Ignatiev and Irish America: Coming Into Clover by Maureen Dezell.

4.0

938 ratings

64%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 19th-21st century

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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