Everything Irish History and Heritage: From Brian Boru and St. Patrick, to Sinn Fein and the Troubles, All You Need to Know about the Emerald Isle FROM THE PUBLISHER
If you've ever searched for a four-leaf clover or raised a pint on St. Patrick's Day, you've been touched by the captivating influence of Irish culture. The Everythingﾽ Irish History & Heritage Book takes you back to the old country and the distinctive personalities, places, and events that have made this country unique.
From its breathtaking scenery and architecture to its celebrated saints and scholars, few places on earth match Ireland's romantic attraction and historical fascination. The Everythingﾽ Irish History & Heritage Book walks you through Ireland's 1,600 years of history and acquaints you with the music, literature, food, and sports that have helped shape its inspiring legacy.
Features authoritative information on: *Celtic mythology and ancient folklore *The Irish literary tradition-from The Book of Kells to Ulysses *The potato famine and the Great Hunger *The Irish in America and the immigration experience *The Troubles and the road to peace *Religion and family life
Packed with historical information and cultural insights, this fascinating guide is your ticket to the past, present, and future of the Emerald Isle.
Ryan Hackney received his B.A. and M.A. in the history of science from Harvard University and is the author of Let's Go guides to Ireland, Britain, Europe, and Ecuador. He lives in Houston, TX.
Amy Hackney Blackwell graduated from Duke University with degrees in history and medieval and renaissance studies. She received her M.A. in early modern European history from Vanderbilt and is the author of Mythology for Dummies. She resides in Greenville, SC. TOC : Introduction: Why so much fuss over such a little island? 1. Prehistory: Stones, Tombs, and Giant Sundials 2. The Celts and the Age of Kings 3. Celtic Mythology 4. Island of Saints: Christianity Arrives 5. Island of Scholars: The Monastic Tradition and Illuminated Texts 6. Early Middle Ages: The Viking Invasions and Brian Boru 7. Irish Military History: Fight the English and Lose 8. English Control: The Protestant Ascendancy 9. Catholicism in Ireland 10. Preserving Irish Traditional Culture 11. Storytelling: The Irish Spirit Undaunted 12. An Gorta Mor - The Great Hunger 13. I'm Outa Here: The Immigrant Experience 14. The Road to Independence 15. The Twentieth Century 16. The Troubles 17. Irish Literature: Birthplace of genius 18. Irish Arts Abroad 19. Emigrants and Exports 20. Irish Family Life 21. The Emerald Isle: Geography and Climate 22. Guide for Descendants of Irish Emigrants 23. Ireland Today: Looking ahead
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