Men Of Erin - Hardcover

McCann, Christopher

 
9780595835492: Men Of Erin

Synopsis

The tiny village of Skibbereen suffered more than any other in Ireland from starvation, poverty and disease and yet the youngest of the Casey clan managed to escape the horror of everyday Irish life. His decision to leave his beloved Ireland and his loving family caused immense suffering, knowing his mere survival rests on that decision. Dockside, gazing at the wondrous vessel that would take him from disease and poverty to a life of freedom in a city where gold lay in the streets he felt as though his entire body was being torn into pieces and scattered into the great sea he was about to cross. He knew nothing of the disease, starvation and death he would experience once aboard this coffin ship.

His incredible survival of the journey brings him to a new world, a world filled with strange people, places and customs. A place that would show its prejudices and cruelty to so many and yet to so many more, amazing opportunities. Here he would find freedom, love and success. He would eventually fulfill his dream and become a proud member of an organization like no other.

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About the Author

McCann family members have been members of the NYPD since 1900. He was appointed in 1962 but declined to pursue a carrier in business where he ended his 35-year carrier as CEO of a major New York Company. McCann resides with his wife of 43 years in Portland, or where he is working on his second novel.

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ISBN 10:  0595389767 ISBN 13:  9780595389766
Publisher: iUniverse, 2006
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