Just the Way It Was: Tommy Dan TIMS Derrinageer, Ballinagleraa True Story of a Traditional Farm Life in County Leitrim, Ireland - Paperback
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Just the Way It Was: Tommy Dan TIMS Derrinageer, Ballinagleraa True Story of a Traditional Farm Life in County Leitrim, Ireland - Paperback
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by Thomas Gilrane (Author)
In 1947, at the age of 18, Thomas Gilrane immigrated from County Leitrim, Ireland to America. By all standards, he has been successful. Tom found work, served in the US Army, married and earned his American citizenship. His childhood of farming, family, hard work and religion provided him with all he needed to succeed. With his wife Lorraine, he made a life in America, earning his way and raising four children.
His memoir details life growing up in a thatched cottage, without electricity, water or any modern conveniences. The simple joys, challenges and difficulties that were typical of living a traditional farm life in rural Ireland are described in vivid detail. It is a fascinating journey, and one that is typical for thousands of Irish families in the early 1900's. This story of immigration is bitter-sweet, full of emotion, humor and sometimes harsh realities. He tells his story matter-of-factly, as he remembers it-Just the Way It Was. Website: Justthewayitwas.com
Number of Pages: 124
Dimensions: 0.29 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: September 13, 2007
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