SHAKE HANDS WITH THE DEVIL

by Rearden Conner ‧ RELEASE DATE: Feb. 2, 1933

Ireland in the throes of a reign of terror of which the outside world is for the most part ignorant, a reign of terror in which the Black and Tans committed atrocities that were rivalled only by the atrocities committed by the republican forces. This novel is singular unbiased in presentation; the central character has been catapulted into the power of Lenihan, fanatical leader of the I.R.A., and takes an inactive part in the merciless reprisals, the inhumanity of a revolution run by fanatics and madmen. Ruthless -- cruel -- immensely vital -- told with vigor and power -- the story is a succession of dramatic episodes, built around colorful personalities, rather than a novel with a definite plot. A book not lightly put aside, and one that is sure of wide publicity.

Pub Date: Feb. 2, 1933

ISBN: 1419108158

Page Count: -

Publisher: Morrow

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Feb. 1, 1933

Categories: FICTION