The Coming Revolution :Political Writings of Patrick Pearse

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The Coming Revolution :Political Writings of Patrick Pearse

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Pearse's skill as an orator is indisputable. His fiery idealism was one of the key motivators that brought the rebels to the GPO in 1916. This collection of his wrting showcase's this skill, but also the complex philosophy that underpinned it. Ranging from his theories of education articulated in 'The Murder Machine' (1912), through his orations on the great Fenian leaders of the past: Wolfe Tone, Emmet and O'Donovan Rossa; to his writings on 'The Separtatist Idea', 'The Spiritual Nation' and 'The Sovereign People' in the months leading up to the rising; this is a crucial collection for the library of anyone with an interest in Irish history.
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ISBN13 9781781170649
ISBN10 1781170649
Number Of Pages 288
Item Weight 1000 g
Publisher / Reseller The Mercier Press
Format paperback
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"to begin to understand Pearse this collection is essential reading." -- J. Anthony Gaughan
"a crucial collection for the library of anyone with an interest in Irish history." -- Des Breen
"the extent of his vision is evident [...] Those interested in Irish history can't fail to be stimulated by this.' -- Fachtna Kelly

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Patrick Henry Pearse was an Irish teacher, barrister, poet, writer, nationalist and political activist who was one of the leaders of the Easter Rising in 1916. He was declared President of the Provisional Government of the Irish Republic in one of the bulletins issued by the Rising's leaders, a status that was however disputed by others associated with the rebellion both then and subsequently. Following the collapse of the Rising and his subsequent execution, Pearse came to be seen by many as the embodiment of the rebellion.

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