Irish History

Marking fifty years since the start of the Troubles, this landmark book brings together stories spanning the conflict from more than sixty journalists who were on the ground in Northern Ireland. Featuring contributions from Kate Adie, Martin Bell, Nicholas Witchell, John Irvine, Denis Murray, David McKittrick, Gloria Hunniford, and others.

From prehistoric times to the present day this comprehensive history presents the story of Ireland in bite-size chunks. With illustrations throughout this is an attractive and practical guide to Ireland's colourful history.

A fascinating history of one of Dublin's most notable districts that can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new.

Dean Ruxton unravels the complex mind of the notorious hangman James Berry as he sets out to bring to a conclusion the case of two notorious murders in Galway in 1885.

Dun Laoghaire Harbour was built 200 years ago, the marvel of it's time. It is many stories, those of shipwrecks, forgotten heroes, prison ships, German torpedoes and an entertainment palace by the sea. Above all it is a very human story of poverty, hardship and true determination. It will fill you with wonder to read them.

A magisterial survey of the ways in which postwar Irish writers have witnessed the frustration of the promise of Irish independence.

The untold story of Ireland's role, from the fall of Rome to the rise of medieval Europe.