: Neil Hegarty
: Irish History: People, places and events that built Ireland (Collins Little Books)
: HarperCollins Publishers
: 9780008379193
: 1
: CHF 4,50
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: Gesellschaft
: English
: 224
: DRM
: PC/MAC/eReader/Tablet
: ePUB
From mesolithic Ireland to the peace process, this little book covers all of the main historical and cultural events, places and figures in Irish history. A must for all lovers of Ireland and the Irish.An excellent, concise guide to how Ireland has come to be what it is today.Some key events, people, topics and places include:* Monastic Ireland, Vikings and Normans* The Irish language, the Book of Kells* Patrick, Colm Cille, Brian Boru, Granuaile (Grace O'Malley)* Colonial Ireland, Emigration* Rebellion, Famine and Partition* The Troubles, Good Friday Agreement and BrexitA helpful index is found at the back of the book.Beautifully produced, Collins Little Book of Irish History is a treasure in itself and makes a perfect gift for any Ireland enthusiast.