""Ireland's Welcome to the Stranger"" is a book written by Asenath Nicholson, detailing her travels through Ireland in 1844 and 1845. As an American philanthropist, Nicholson was interested in the living conditions of the Irish people and their struggles during the Great Famine. The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a different aspect of Irish life. Nicholson describes the landscapes, cities, and towns she visited, as well as the people she met along the way. She also includes anecdotes about her experiences, such as staying in a ""poorhouse"" and attending a Catholic mass.Throughout the book, Nicholson provides commentary on the political and social climate of Ireland at the time, including the effects of British rule and the struggles of the Irish people. She also includes observations on the Irish language, customs, and traditions.""Ireland's Welcome to the Stranger"" is a valuable historical document, offering a firsthand account of Ireland during a pivotal moment in its history. It provides insight into the experiences of both the Irish people and a foreign visitor during a time of great upheaval and change.For The Purpose Of Personally Investigating The Condition Of The Poor.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.