by PeterNeville (Author)
This portrait of Ireland begins with its prehistory looking at the archaeological remains and moves on through the years describing everything from the High Kings of Tara, the evolution of Christianity and its importance, the Norman invasion under Strongbow and the Tudor conquest in the 16th century to the gains of the 19th century and the current position in the European Community. At the back of the book is an A-Z gazetteer cross-referenced to the main text and useful reference tables.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Published: 09 Jul 1992
ISBN 10: 0900075627
ISBN 13: 9780900075629
Book Overview: The Traveller's Histories: Concise but authoritative histories of countries and cities from the earliest times to the present day in one single paperback volume. '...a series which is already invaluable. Whether you're travelling or not.' The Guardian 'An excellent series of brief histories.' The New York Times