The Irish Potato Famine of the mid-19th century brought devastation to thousands of families. John and Kathleen Murphy fled to England - to tragedy, their lives cut short by an outbreak of flu. Their 6-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, falls ill herself and is cared for by a family friend. Unaware that her parents have died, she is eventually taken in by a wealthy doctor in London who raises her with his own daughter, Isabella. Elizabeth's long-lost next of kin in Ireland welcome her back over the years and she spends many happy holidays there. As she becomes a young lady, well educated and introduced into society and the sensitive issues of class, she finds love - but heartbreak is to come… Elizabeth Murphy is a heartwarming, moving and engaging tale - a joy to read.
| ISBN: | 9781037108952 |
| Publication date: | 2nd January 2026 |
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| Publisher: | Austin Macauley Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 172 pages |
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Historical Fiction |
The Irish Potato Famine of the mid-19th century brought devastation to thousands of families. John and Kathleen Murphy fled to England - to tragedy, their lives cut short by an outbreak of flu. Their 6-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, falls ill herself and is cared for by a family friend. Unaware that her parents have died, she is eventually taken in by a wealthy doctor in London who raises her with his own daughter, Isabella. Elizabeth's long-lost next of kin in Ireland welcome her back over the years and she spends many happy holidays there. As she becomes a young lady, well educated and introduced into society and the sensitive issues of class, she finds love - but heartbreak is to come… Elizabeth Murphy is a heartwarming, moving and engaging tale - a joy to read.
features in the following genres: Historical Fiction
is available in Paperback, Hardback, Book, Board book, Ebook,
was written by and published by Austin Macauley Publishers
has 172 pages
£8.09