The Princeton History of Modern Ireland

Explore the fascinating history of modern Ireland with this innovative and accessible book written by some of today's most exciting historians in the field. From colonialism and nationalism to political violence, famine, emigration, and feminism, the book covers a wide range of topics, providing fresh perspectives on pivotal events in Irish history. Discover how the experiences of empire and diaspora shaped Ireland's position in the world, and learn about important shifts in ideology and belief, including religion, gender, and Fenianism. With narrative chapters followed by thematic chapters, this book highlights the global reach of the Irish experience and brings an Irish past shaped by conquest, assimilation, revolution, and partition vividly to life.