Description
Description
The stories of these conflicts, with their scores of killings, torture, reprisals and long lasting bitterness are told concisely in this book. "Easter 1916" – features the rebellion which took place in Ireland 90 years ago was arguably the most momentous event in this country’s history. "The War of Independence" – features the guerrilla war, characterize by marvelous courage and miserable cruelty. "The Civil War" – features few episodes in Irish history are as poignant, bloody and unnecessary. This book traces the causes, events and consequences of these events. It will help a peaceful generation for which the bloody birth of modern Ireland’s ancient history, to gain a better understanding of the essence of their nation.
About the Author
Sean McMahon lives in Derry. A critic, biographer and anthologist, he is also the author of A Short History of Ulster, A Short History of Ireland, The Story of the Claddagh Ring and A Book of Irish Insults.
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