Author: Conor W. O'Brien Publisher: Merrion Press ISBN: 1785373862 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 277
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This is the story of life in Ireland – a story half a billion years in the making. With its castles, crannogs and passage tombs, Ireland is a land where history looms large, but the saga of life on this island dates back millions of years before the first people set foot here. In Life in Ireland, Conor O’Brien guides the reader on a journey around the island to explore the history of natural life here, from the Jurassic Coast of Antrim to the great Ice Age bone-beds of Cork. Along the way, we’ll meet some of the astonishing creatures to have called Ireland home through the ages: shelled monsters; huge marine lizards; armoured dinosaurs; giant deer; mighty mammoths. Vital strands in the story of life on Earth have left their mark here, including some of the first creatures to crawl onto land or take to the wing. This epic journey will take us from the first fossils to the present day, to see how our wildlife has adapted to the human age and explore what the future might hold for life in Ireland.
Author: Owen McGee Publisher: ISBN: 9781788551137 Category : Diplomacy Languages : en Pages : 0
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This essential new history of the Irish state synthesises existing research with new findings, and adopts fresh perspectives based on neglected European and American debates. It examines the evolution of Irish diplomacy from six consulate officers in the 1920s to sixty ambassadors in the 2010s, and provides an overview of a century of Ireland's diplomatic history that has previously only been examined in a piecemeal fashion. The author's original research findings are focussed particularly on Ireland's struggle for independence in a global context, and his original analysis gives an account of how the economic performance of the Irish state formed a perpetual context for its role in international relations even when this was not a priority of its diplomats. Equal attention is paid to the history of international Irish trade, the operations of bilateral Irish relations, and multilateral diplomacy. It highlights how the Irish state came to find its role in international relations mostly by means of the UN and EU, and analyses this trend in the light of international relations theory and European history.
Author: Thomas D'Arcy McGee Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 831
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"The History of Ireland" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: Volume 1: The First Inhabitants The First Ages Christianity Preached at Tara Reign of Hugh II Kings of the Seventh Century Kings of the Eighth Century The Danish Invasion Kings of the Ninth Century Kings of the Tenth Century The Contest between the North and South State of Religion and Learning among the Irish previous to the Anglo-Norman Invasion The First Expedition of the Normans into Ireland The First Campaign of Earl Richard Siege of Dublin Henry II in Ireland Events of the Thirteenth Century The Rise of "the Red Earl" Relations of Ireland and Scotland Civil War in England Change of Dynasty in England State of Religion and Learning during the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries Irish Policy of Henry the Eighth during the Lifetime of Cardinal Wolsey First Attempts to Introduce the Protestant Reformation Parliament of 1541 The Crowns United... Volume 2: Parliament of 1569 The Second "Geraldine League" Parliament of 1585 The Ulster Confederacy Essex's Campaign of 1599 The Conquest of Munster State of Religion and Learning during the Reign of Elizabeth James I The Insurrection of 1641 The Catholic Confederation The Confederate War The Cessation and its Consequences Cromwell's Campaign (1649-1650) Ireland under the Protectorate Reign of Charles II The State of Religion and Learning in Ireland during the Seventeenth Century Accession of James II Irish Parliament of 1689 The Revolutionary War Capitulation of Limerick Reign of King William Reign of Queen Anne Reign of George II Accession of George III Flood's Leadership Grattan's Leadership The Era of Independence The United Irishmen The Insurrection of 1798 Last Session of the Irish Parliament The Legislative Union of Great Britain and Ireland O'Connell's Leadership The Catholic Association Emancipation of the Catholics...
Author: Edmund Curtis Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1134466668 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 397
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Edmund Curtis's remarkable survey of Ireland, from its earliest origins to the twentieth century, is a classic introduction to Ireland's fascinating history. Reaching from St Patrick's Mission in 432 to the Anglo-Irish Treaty of 1922, this authoritative text explores the formative events of Ireland's past and encompasses the Norman invasion, Gaelic recovery, Cromwell's Settlement, the Act of Union, and the Great Famine. Lucid and scholarly, this all-embracing account unfolds the events of Ireland's history and the story of its people, through an examination of their political, religious, social, economic and cultural past. Ireland's unique history is revealed here through the 'moving forces, the deciding facts, and the men who mattered'. Featuring a chronology of key dates in Irish history and a guideline to the pronunciation of Irish names, this celebrated narrative now includes a new introduction by Sean Duffy.
Author: Seán McMahon Publisher: ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 230
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Ireland is news; since the IRA ceasefire in the autumn of 1994 she has become the focus of worldwide attention. Only now can one sense an international recognition of the complexity of Irish problems and the beginnings of understanding. The answer to Ireland's difficulties lies in the future, but that future cannot be understood without reference to the past, when the seeds of trouble were sown. This concise and even-handed account gives the history of Ireland since the earliest times. Based upon up-to-date research, the narrative covers all political, social and cultural issues of importance, right up to the autumn of 1995 with the visit of President Clinton and the end of the first year of peace in Northern Ireland.
Author: Thomas D'Arcy McGee Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 831
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In 'A Popular History of Ireland', Thomas D'Arcy McGee eloquently delves into the rich historical tapestry of Ireland, tracing its origins from ancient Celtic tribes to the Norman invasion. McGee's literary style is both informative and engaging, making this work accessible to a wide range of readers. He skillfully weaves together the political, social, and cultural developments that have shaped Ireland's complex history, providing a comprehensive narrative that is as insightful as it is compelling. Situating his narrative within the broader context of Irish literature, McGee offers a nuanced perspective that highlights the interconnectedness of history and storytelling. Thomas D'Arcy McGee's own background as an Irish nationalist and politician lends depth and authenticity to his exploration of Ireland's past, making this a truly invaluable resource for anyone interested in the country's history. 'A Popular History of Ireland' is a must-read for students, scholars, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Ireland's rich and tumultuous past.
Author: Thomas Cahill Publisher: Anchor ISBN: 0307755134 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 274
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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A book in the best tradition of popular history—the untold story of Ireland's role in maintaining Western culture while the Dark Ages settled on Europe. • The perfect St. Patrick's Day gift! Every year millions of Americans celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but they may not be aware of how great an influence St. Patrick was on the subsequent history of civilization. Not only did he bring Christianity to Ireland, he instilled a sense of literacy and learning that would create the conditions that allowed Ireland to become "the isle of saints and scholars"—and thus preserve Western culture while Europe was being overrun by barbarians. In this entertaining and compelling narrative, Thomas Cahill tells the story of how Europe evolved from the classical age of Rome to the medieval era. Without Ireland, the transition could not have taken place. Not only did Irish monks and scribes maintain the very record of Western civilization -- copying manuscripts of Greek and Latin writers, both pagan and Christian, while libraries and learning on the continent were forever lost—they brought their uniquely Irish world-view to the task. As Cahill delightfully illustrates, so much of the liveliness we associate with medieval culture has its roots in Ireland. When the seeds of culture were replanted on the European continent, it was from Ireland that they were germinated. In the tradition of Barbara Tuchman's A Distant Mirror, How The Irish Saved Civilization reconstructs an era that few know about but which is central to understanding our past and our cultural heritage. But it conveys its knowledge with a winking wit that aptly captures the sensibility of the unsung Irish who relaunched civilization.
Author: Malachy McCourt Publisher: Running Press ISBN: 9780762419654 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 0
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In the successful tradition of Thomas Cahill's modern-day classic, How the Irish Saved Civilization, here is an authoritative and completely engaging one-volume account of Irish history by County Limerick native, gifted storyteller, and bestselling author Malachy McCourt. Its pages are populated with figures from myth, legend, ancient history, and current events, from Cu Chulainn and Brian Boru to Oliver Cromwell, James Joyce, Lady Gregory, Gerry Adams, and Sinead O'Connor—some beloved, some controversial, but all with an undeniable influence on the course of Irish history and in turn, the history of the modern world. McCourt proves an irresistible guide on this vivid tour through the colorful and turbulent history of the Emerald Isle, from the Celtic settlements, through Viking and British occupations, modern troubles and struggle for independence. He also offers fresh insights on the country's cultural contributions to folklore, literature, art, music, and cuisine.
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