The Famine Ships: The Irish Exodus to America Hardcover – January 1, 1997 by Edward Laxton 
 
The Famine Ships: The Irish Exodus to America by Edward Laxton is a gripping and comprehensive account of one of the most tragic chapters in Irish history. The book describes the harrowing journey of the Irish immigrants who fled the devastation of the Great Famine in the mid-19th century, seeking refuge in America. Laxton provides a detailed and moving narrative of the conditions on board the famine ships, the appalling treatment of the passengers, and the immense hardship they endured on their transatlantic voyage. Through extensive research and vivid storytelling, the author sheds light on the mass migration that forever changed the course of American history, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in Irish and immigrant history. The Famine Ships is a poignant and essential addition to the shelves of any history buff or lover of compelling nonfiction.
 
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