This is a substantial and widely acclaimed biography of Sean Lemass, considered one of the finest political leaders in the history of the Irish state. The author explores facets of Irish life which … [Read more...] about Sean Lemass – The Enigmatic Patriot by John Horgan
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The Capuchin Annual
The Capuchin Annual was an Irish annual publication published every year in Dublin from 1930 to 1977. The motto of the publication was Do chum Glóire Dé agus Onóra na hÉireann. Which means For the … [Read more...] about The Capuchin Annual
Truly Frank by Frank McDonald
Journalist Frank McDonald is best known as the scourge of negligent planners, unscrupulous property developers and cynical politicians. During his journalistic career he was the champion of … [Read more...] about Truly Frank by Frank McDonald
Revolution in Connacht by Cormac Ó Comhraí
During the years 1913-23 the people of Connacht saw a Republican uprising against British rule, Civil War, World War, a land war, sectarian violence, and five elections. Weaving together … [Read more...] about Revolution in Connacht by Cormac Ó Comhraí
Sam Maguire by Margaret Walsh
This is the only biography of the enigmatic man behind Ireland's most prestigious sporting trophy. Maguire was born in Dunmanway Co Crok in 1877. He emigrated to London where he immersed himself … [Read more...] about Sam Maguire by Margaret Walsh
Patriot Traitors by Adrian Weale
This is the first serious historical study to use the newly released MI5 personal files on Roger Casement and John Amery. Drawing on these and a wide range of different sources. Weale has been … [Read more...] about Patriot Traitors by Adrian Weale
The Life and Times of James Connolly by C Desmond Greaves
James Connolly, Irish Socialist Republican and greatest of all Irish Labour leaders, was shot - strapped to a chair because his wounds forbade him to stand - by a British firing squad on May 12, … [Read more...] about The Life and Times of James Connolly by C Desmond Greaves
Roger Casement by Brian Inglis
On August 3, 1916, Sir Roger Casement was hanged at Pentonville prison for high treason. In this biography, the author makes full use of a wealth of new material. He deals conclusively with the … [Read more...] about Roger Casement by Brian Inglis
Saorstát Eireann – Official Handbook
Saorstát Eireann: Official Handbook, a solid production on heavy, high-quality paper. It was written and illustrated by some of the most talented people in Ireland, at that time. The front cover … [Read more...] about Saorstát Eireann – Official Handbook
Kerry Tradition – The Peerless Poets of The Kingdom
Kerry Tradition - The Peerless Poets of The Kingdom was written in 1951 by Seamus Fenton. The book was issued to commemorate the unveiling of "An Speirbhean" (The Beautiful Woman) statue in … [Read more...] about Kerry Tradition – The Peerless Poets of The Kingdom