Combination and Coercion in Ireland is a historical book written by George John Shaw-Lefevre, published in 1890. It is a sequel to his earlier work, Incidents of Coercion. The book delves into the political and social climate of Ireland during the late 19th century, particularly with regards to the issue of land ownership and the tensions between the Irish people and the British government.Shaw-Lefevre examines the various methods used by both sides to achieve their objectives, including the use of coercion, violence, and propaganda. He also explores the role of various organizations, such as the Land League and the Irish National League, in the struggle for Irish independence.The book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Land War of the 1880s, which saw widespread tenant evictions and protests across Ireland. It also discusses the subsequent government response, including the introduction of the Coercion Acts, which gave the authorities sweeping powers to suppress dissent.Overall, Combination and Coercion in Ireland provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a pivotal moment in Irish history, shedding light on the complex political and social forces at play during this turbulent period.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.