Ireland

A Short History

Joseph Coohill

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One World
07 January 2025

History; British & Irish history; Early history: c 500 to c 1450&1500; Early modern history: c 1450 to c 1700; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000

Series: Short Histories

From the first prehistoric inhabitants of the island to the St Andrews Agreement and decommissioning of IRA weapons, this uniquely concise account of Ireland and its people reveals how differing interpretations of history, ancient and modern, have influenced modern Irish society. Combining factual information with a critical approach, Coohill covers all the key events, including the Great Famine, Home Rule, and the Good Friday Agreement.

Updated with two new chapters expanding the discussion of pre-modern Ireland, as well as developments in the 21st century, this highly accessible and balanced account will continue to provide a valuable resource to all those wishing to acquaint themselves further with the complex identity of the Irish people.

By: Joseph Coohill
Imprint: One World
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 19mm
ISBN: 9780861543687
ISBN 10: 0861543688
Series: Short Histories
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 07 January 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Joseph Coohill earned his doctorate in Modern History from Oxford. He specialises in the history of nineteenth-century Britain and Ireland and has taught and published widely in these areas.

Reviews for Ireland: A Short History

‘Hands down the best textbook on the market.’ -- Patrick McDevitt, Associate Professor of History, University of Buffalo ‘Fair to both the Nationalist and Unionist tradition.’ -- Jeremy Black, Emeritus Professor of History, University of Exeter ‘A brisk and clear introduction to Irish history.’ -- Cormac Ó Gráda, Professor Emeritus of Economics, University College Dublin