Irish History for Dummies
Cronin, Mike
ISBN 10: 0764570404 ISBN 13: 9780764570407
Verlag: For Dummies, 2006
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A rip-roaring ride through the history of the Emerald Isle??Ireland's story is an amazingly dramatic and intense one - and today the influence of Irish culture can be felt around the globe. This book helps you find out why, taking you on a rollercoaster journey through the highs and lows of Ireland's past including invasions, battles, executions, religious divide, uprisings, emigration - and Riverdance!
Discover:
When and how Ireland became Celtic
Ireland and Britain's complex relationship
The evolution of Irish culture
How Irish emigration has affected the world
Northern Ireland's rocky road to peace
Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Mike Cronin studied history at the University of Kent and at Oxford, and has taught history to university students for the past fifteen years. He has published widely on the history of Ireland, and also on the history of sport. His books include a history of sport and nationalism in Ireland, a jointly authored history of St Patrick’s Day celebrations around the world, and a general history of Ireland. He is currently the Academic Director at Boston College’s Centre for Irish Programmes in Dublin, and is researching the history of major public spectacles and festivals in twentieth century Ireland.
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Titel: Irish History for Dummies
Verlag: For Dummies
Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
Einband: Softcover
Zustand: Good