"A Short History of Ireland stands out for its brevity, but also for its accessibility. . . . A solid introduction not only to the key events and themes of Irish history, but also to the processes of that history, too."
—Seán Hewitt, Irish Times

A concise history of Ireland from the Protestant Reformation to the present day – newly revised and expanded

In this compact and accessible account, John Gibney traces five centuries of Irish history. He explores major events and key themes, including the Cromwellian conquest, the Great Famine, and the struggle for independence. Wide-ranging and brisk, engaging and informative, this is essential reading for anyone interested in Ireland's complex past.

Details

ISBN13: 9780300279597
Format: Paperback / softback
Number of Pages: 304
Edition: New edition
Publication Date:
Publisher: Yale University Press
Publication City, Country: United States
Dimensions (cm): 19.7(H)x12.7(L)
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Author Biography

John Gibney completed his doctorate at Trinity College Dublin. He is the author of a number of books including The Shadow of a Year: The 1641 Rebellion in Irish History and Memory.

Reviews

“This admirable, succinct account of developments in Irish society from the sixteenth century to the present identifies several unresolved historiographical issues, and offers an especially judicious discussion of controversies concerning the 18th and 19th centuries.”—Nicholas Canny, National University of Ireland, Galway -- Nicholas Canny
“Succinct, clearly written, and up-to-date. John Gibney condenses great masses of historical matter into brisk, accessible, narrative.”—James Smyth, University of Notre Dame -- James Smyth