The News from Ireland | Essays and Criticism

  • The Great Famine

    In the following essay, she explores the process by which the privileged characters in ‘‘The News from Ireland’’ learn to shirk responsibility for the devastation of the Great Famine.

  • Invasion and Homesickness

    In the following essay, Brent discusses themes of invasion and homesickness in Trevor’s story.

  • Not Noticing History: Two Tales by William Trevor

    In this essay, Bonaccorso illustrates how Trevor employs his characters to evoke the author’s view of historical truth.