A Short History of Ireland by Richard Killeen

Description

Since its first publication in 1994 Richard Killeen’s Short History of Ireland
has been widely accepted as the most accessible introduction to Irish
history. It presents the history of Ireland in attractive double paged
spreads, which can be quickly read to give an easy overview of the key
events of Irish history. It is superbly illustrated with over 150 full
colour photographs, paintings and drawings.
Over the past 10 years almost 150,000 copies have been sold in English,
French and German language editions. This new edition brings the story
up to date including the days of the Celtic Tiger and the Good Friday
agreement.

Richard Killeen is a well-established and popular freelance writer and
historian. He is the author of Short History of Scotland, which has also
been translated into French and German as well as Short History of
Modern Ireland.