A history of Ireland
By: Mike Cronin.
Series: Essential histories
Publisher: Palgrave
Published: 2001
Place of publication: Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 273
Subjects: Ireland -- History
Description: "A History of Ireland is a lucid, lively account of Ireland's history from the twelfth century to the present day. Major themes include the development of Gaelic culture, the English invasion, religious conflict across the centuries, the struggle over Home Rule and the complex nature of the modern Troubles. Ireland's contribution to the world of the arts and the impact of its diaspora are significant elements in this story.".

"Mike Cronin is an adept guide and this book will be read with profit by all with an interest in the often problematic history of this fascinating island."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 263-266) and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Maps.; title: Ireland before 1700; title: Ireland before 1900; title: Northern Ireland; title: Occupation, assimilation and resistance, 1170-1533; title: Early modern Ireland, 1534-1691; title: From King William to the Act of Union, 1692-1800; title: The nineteenth century; title: Founding the states; title: Post-war Ireland and the modern troubles; title: Chronology; title: Glossary