Padraic Pearse has had more influence on Ireland of the twentieth century than any other person. The very fact that, over one hundred years and more after his execution by an English firing squad, … [Read more...] about Quotations from P H Pearse complied by Proinsias Mac Aonghusa
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Martin Luther King – Autobiography
This is Dr. King's first person account of the extraordinary life of America's greatest civil rights leader. It begins with his boyhood as the son of a preacher. He deals with his education as a … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King – Autobiography
Origin of Everyday Things by Acton, Adams & Packer
History buffs, science students, lovers of popular culture, and natural-born detectives will plunge right into this ultimate guide for curious minds. It's absolutely fascinating, with background on … [Read more...] about Origin of Everyday Things by Acton, Adams & Packer
The Psalms of David by James S. Freemantle
The Psalms of David is a unique, beautifully illustrated edition of the revered religious work, also known as the Book of Psalms. The lifework of a little known genius, this facsimile edition of a … [Read more...] about The Psalms of David by James S. Freemantle
The Irish Counter Revaluation 1921 – 1936 y John M Regan
In 1921, Michael Collins argued that the Anglo-Irish treaty offered nationalists the freedom to achieve freedom. In 1926, Kevin O'Higgins went to London with a proposal to have the British monarch … [Read more...] about The Irish Counter Revaluation 1921 – 1936 y John M Regan
A is for Ox by Lyn Davies
A is for Ox has a sub-title; A Short History of the Alphabet. Have you ever wondered why the letters are shaped the way they are? Why each particular shape came to represent its specific sound? Why … [Read more...] about A is for Ox by Lyn Davies
Freedom and the Fifth Commandment by Brian Heffernan
The guerilla war waged between the IRA and the crown forces was a pivotal episode in the modern history of Ireland. This book addresses the War of Independence from a new perspective by focusing on … [Read more...] about Freedom and the Fifth Commandment by Brian Heffernan
Arklow by Jim Rees
Arklow the story of a town by local historian Jim Rees was over 25 years in the making. He spent that time researching the history of Arklow town. The author has uncovered evidence of human … [Read more...] about Arklow by Jim Rees
When the World Stops Watching by Damian Lawlor
As every sportsperson knows, the dream can’t go on forever. After years of dedication, sacrifice and single-minded obsession to get to the top, one day it all has to end. When the World Stops … [Read more...] about When the World Stops Watching by Damian Lawlor
Colditz by Henry Chancellor
Breathtaking and mesmerizing, Colditz: The Untold Story of World War II's Great Escapes is a gripping tale of perseverance, heroism, and adventure. Filled with the thrilling never-before-told … [Read more...] about Colditz by Henry Chancellor