Letters to Lord John Russell on the Further Measures for the Social Amelioration of Ireland (1847)

""Letters to Lord John Russell on the Further Measures for the Social Amelioration of Ireland"" is a book written by George Poulett Scrope in 1847. It is a collection of letters addressed to Lord John Russell, the British Prime Minister at the time, discussing the social and economic issues facing Ireland during the mid-19th century. The book delves into the devastating effects of the Great Famine, which had led to widespread poverty, starvation, and disease in Ireland. Scrope advocates for a range of measures to improve the lives of the Irish people, including the establishment of a national system of education, the promotion of agricultural and industrial development, and the reform of land ownership laws. The book is a significant historical document, offering valuable insights into the political and social climate of Ireland during a time of great upheaval and change.""This scarce antiquarian book is a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.