"The Great Famine" is a fascinating book by the Swedish writer Johan Boyer, which tells about the dramatic events in the history of Ireland. The book describes the period of the Great Famine (1845-1852), when large numbers of Irish people became victims of starvation due to unaffordable food prices, disease and unfertilized land. The author depicts the terrible vicissitudes faced by the characters and the population during these years, showing their courage and resilience in the struggle for survival. This book helps to understand not only the historical event, but also to grasp more deeply the fate of the people who survived the terrible disaster.