Sketches Of Irish Nunneries

Sketches of Irish Nunneries is a book written by Dominick Murphy and published in 1865. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the lives of nuns in Ireland during the mid-19th century. It is divided into two parts the first of which is an introduction that discusses the nature and practice of conventual life. The second part of the book contains sketches of various nunneries in Ireland including descriptions of their architecture daily routines and spiritual practices. Throughout the book Murphy provides a sympathetic and insightful portrayal of the lives of nuns highlighting their commitment to a life of prayer service and contemplation. He also describes the challenges and hardships that nuns faced including the strict rules and regulations of convent life the demands of their work and the isolation from the outside world. Overall Sketches of Irish Nunneries is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the lives of nuns in Ireland during the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of religious life in Ireland as well as for those interested in the broader history of women's experiences in the 19th century.First Series.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.