A nuanced and fascinating portrait of an era, and of Irish-English affairs, emerges, drawn with an unerring eye for human foible and idiosyncrasy. Historical Essays is testimony to the enduring energy and wit of one of Ireland's most distinguished historians.
Although largely regarded as a failure, the Irish Convention of 1917, might, had it been successful, have resulted in a totally different Ireland to the one which has... Læs mere
The developments and achievements of the Irish administration, overshadowed by the more spectacular aspects of Irish history have received comparatively little... Læs mere
The developments and achievements of the Irish administration, overshadowed by the more spectacular aspects of Irish history have received comparatively little... Læs mere
Although largely regarded as a failure, the Irish Convention of 1917, might, had it been successful, have resulted in a totally different Ireland to the one which has... Læs mere