James Connolly; Selected Writings

James Connolly, a leader of the 1916 Rising, was an Irish Rebel, Socialist and Campaigner for the poor. Executed by the British Army for his leadership of the Rising, his memory lives on. This short concise edition of his writings is a selection of essays and newspaper articles written at the dawn of the 20th Century which give an insight into his beliefs and rationale for his socialist politics. Powerfully written they show the conviction of a man who was determined to try to improve...
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James Connolly, a leader of the 1916 Rising, was an Irish Rebel, Socialist and Campaigner for the poor. Executed by the British Army for his leadership of the Rising, his memory lives on. This short concise edition of his writings is a selection of essays and newspaper articles written at the dawn of the 20th Century which give an insight into his beliefs and rationale for his socialist politics. Powerfully written they show the conviction of a man who was determined to try to improve the lot of his fellow man. Topics covered include imperialism, Irish socialism, the Home Rule movement and even Landlordlism. It also includes a powerful essay aimed at the next generation with a call to social justice.