Bryan MacMahon, *The Great Famine in Tralee and North Kerry*. Cork, Ireland; Mercier Press, 2017.

In this study, Bryan MacMahon prioritizes human stories over simple statistics, as he depicts the remarkable occurrences, upheavals, and challenges of the famine years through the eyes of those who lived through them, revealing insights that have remained concealed and unexplored for 170 years.This publication narrates events in Tralee and North Kerry, offering a thorough overview and a compassionate understanding of the suffering experienced by thousands in the area. The contemporary narratives allow readers to revisit the distressing events and comprehend the severe dilemmas faced by individuals who were not directly affected by hunger or illness.Additionally, this work presents the names and inquest information of some of the deceased, along with moving portrayals of life in the workhouses of Tralee and Listowel. The book also addresses stories of scandals and possible sexual abuse within the workhouse, alongside numerous instances of altruistic humanitarian actions.