Synopsis "Mother Machree: A Novel (1922) (in English)"
Mother Machree is a novel written by Martin Jerome Scott and published in 1922. The story revolves around the life of a young Irish girl named Norah O'Hara, who is left orphaned after her parents die in a tragic accident. Norah is taken in by her grandparents, who live in a small village in Ireland. She grows up in a loving and nurturing environment, with her grandmother, who she affectionately calls ""Mother Machree.""As Norah grows older, she falls in love with a local boy named Michael O'Sullivan. However, their love is put to the test when Michael decides to join the Irish Republican Army (IRA) to fight for Irish independence. Norah is torn between her love for Michael and her loyalty to her country.The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism, set against the backdrop of Ireland's struggle for independence. It also delves into the complex relationships between family members and the sacrifices they make for each other.Mother Machree is a heartwarming tale of a young girl's journey to adulthood, filled with love, loss, and the enduring bonds of family.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
