World War I and the Russian Revolution together shaped the twentieth century in profound ways. In The End of Tsarist Russia, Dominic Lieven connects for the first time the two events, providing both a … [Read more...] about The End of Tsarist Russia by Dominic Lieven
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Fantasy Art Techniques by Boris Vallejo
This is a captivating behind-the-scenes look into the creative process of fantasy artist Boris Vallejo. Vallejo discusses in depth the techniques of a personal style that has placed him among the … [Read more...] about Fantasy Art Techniques by Boris Vallejo
Lost Lion of Empire by Edward Paice
Lost Lion of Empire - The Life of Cape to Cairo Grogan Ewart Grogan was 'the baddest and boldest of a bad bold gang' of settlers in Kenya. He was one of the most brilliant and controversial figures … [Read more...] about Lost Lion of Empire by Edward Paice
The Civic Guard Mutiny by Brian McCarthy
The Civic Guard Mutiny deals with an incredible incident that’s almost completely overlooked in the history of the Irish Civil War. On the 15th of May 1922 over 1,200 recruits of the newly … [Read more...] about The Civic Guard Mutiny by Brian McCarthy
The Dramatic Escape of Fenian John Boyle O’Reilly
Arrested for treason against the British Crown and deported to the penal colonies of Australia, the Irish revolutionary John Boyle O’Reilly managed to escape to the United States. Within a few … [Read more...] about The Dramatic Escape of Fenian John Boyle O’Reilly
Who’s Who in Ireland edited by Maureen Cairnduff
This was the first directory of its kind to be published in Ireland. The book incorporates 1,000 people who were playing a prominent role in Irish life at the time of publication, in 1984. There is … [Read more...] about Who’s Who in Ireland edited by Maureen Cairnduff
Western Philosophy: An Anthology by John Cottingham
This the most comprehensive and authoritative survey of the Western philosophical tradition from ancient Greece to the leading philosophers of today. Features substantial and carefully chosen … [Read more...] about Western Philosophy: An Anthology by John Cottingham
Tomás MacCurtain by Florence O’Donoghue
The sub title of the book is Soldier and Patriot. This is a scarce Anvil paperback on Tomás MacCurtain, the Sinn Féin Lord Mayor of Cork. He was shot dead in front of his family in March 1920 by … [Read more...] about Tomás MacCurtain by Florence O’Donoghue
Notes to Self by Emilie Pine
boldly confronts the past to better understand herself, her relationships and her role in society. These beautifully written essays are at once fascinating and funny, intimate and searingly honest. … [Read more...] about Notes to Self by Emilie Pine
Discover Irish Art by Bourke & Bhreathnach-Lynch
Discover Irish Art at the National Gallery of Ireland by Marie Bourke & Sighle Bhreathnach-Lynch. This is the definitive reference book for the art housed in the National Gallery of … [Read more...] about Discover Irish Art by Bourke & Bhreathnach-Lynch