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Rebel Ireland: Easter Rising to Civil War
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Product 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, characterised by marvellous 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.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #74177 in Books
- Published on: 2006-03
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 189 pages
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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.
