The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 29, January 16, 1841

"The Irish Penny Journal, Vol. 1 No. 29, January 16, 1841" by Various is a window into 19th-century Ireland, showcasing essays, articles, and illustrations centered on Irish culture, history, and literature and highlighting the significant contributions of the O’Clery family. This issue, featuring Kilbarron Castle and other Irish historical and cultural subjects, pays homage to a family celebrated for preserving Ireland's history through works like the “Annals of the Four Masters," and underscores the era’s intellectual ambitions amid societal and political changes. This journal reflects a time when learning and national pride flourished, with the O’Clerys at the forefront of historical documentation.