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Transcribing the Graves of All Saints Church, Fenagh, County Carlow, Ireland

by Susan Ni Chuileann

Book Details

Publisher:Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Published:2018-10-26
Pages:163
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

In a sleepy village nestled deep in County Carlow, Ireland, rests a small churchyard filled with ancient headstones. Who knew that one womanโ€™s daily walk through this leafy graveyard would unravel stories of landlords, Cromwellian soldiers, bankers, Quakers, and twins whose parents have never been found? This book follows the authorโ€™s journey of transcribing gravestones as a hobby, detailing the village church and the secrets buried within its graves. It illustrates how information on headstones

Our Review

This compelling work documents one woman's journey through a historic Irish churchyard, where the simple act of transcribing weathered headstones reveals centuries of local history. Through meticulous graveyard research in County Carlow, the author uncovers stories of Cromwellian soldiers, Quaker families, and mysterious twins whose origins remain unknown. What begins as a daily walk through the leafy churchyard evolves into a fascinating historical investigation, connecting present-day Fenagh with its complex past through the inscriptions left behind.

The book stands out for its intimate approach to genealogical research, demonstrating how local history can be reconstructed from the ground up through careful observation. Readers interested in Irish heritage, family history, or historical preservation will find this particularly engaging, as it shows how ordinary individuals can contribute to preserving community memory. The author's dedication transforms what might seem like a simple hobby into a meaningful act of historical recovery, reminding us that every headstone contains a story waiting to be told.

Themes

History

Subjects

History