Irish History For Dummies
A rip-roaring ride through the history of the Emerald IsleUnderstand the people, disasters, and triumphs that have shaped IrelandIreland's story is an amazingly dramatic and intense one – and today the influence of Irish culture can be felt around the globe. This book helps you find out why, taking you on a rollercoaster journey through the highs and lows of Ireland's past including invasions, battles, executions, religious divide, uprisings, emigration – and hurling!DiscoverWhen and how Ireland became CelticWhy Ireland and Britain¿s relationship is so complexHow Irish culture has evolvedThe global impact of Irish emigrationNorthern Ireland's rocky road to peace