| Ireland: A Short History Contributor(s): Coohill, Joseph (Author) |
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ISBN: 178074384X ISBN-13: 9781780743844 Publisher: ONEWorld Publications OUR PRICE: $14.39 Product Type: Paperback Published: March 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Europe - Ireland |
| Dewey: 941.5 |
| Series: Short Histories |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 4.9" W x 7.7" (0.40 lbs) 272 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Ireland |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: From the first prehistoric inhabitants of the island to the St Andrews Agreement and decommissioning of IRA weapons, this uniquely concise account of Ireland and its people reveals how differing interpretations of history, ancient and modern, have influenced modern Irish society. Combining factual information with a critical approach, Coohill covers all the key events, including the Great Famine, Home Rule, and the Good Friday Agreement. Updated with two new chapters expanding the discussion of pre-modern Ireland, as well as developments in the 21st century, this highly accessible and balanced account will continue to provide a valuable resource to all those wishing to acquaint themselves further with the complex identity of the Irish people. |