The Story of Ireland: A History of the Irish People

In this groundbreaking history of Ireland Neil Hegarty presents a fresh perspective on Irelands past. Comprehensive and engaging The Story of Ireland is an eye-opening account of a nation that has long been shaped by forces beyond its coasts. . The Story of Ireland re-examines Irish history challenging the accepted stories and long-held myths associated with Ireland. Transporting readers to the Ireland of the past beginning with the first settlement in A.D. 433 this is a sweeping and compelling history of one of the worlds most dynamic nations. Hegarty examines how world events including Europes 16th century religious wars the French and American revolutions and Irelands policy of neutrality during World War II have shaped the country over the course of its long and fascinating history. With an up-to-date afterword that details the present state of affairs in Ireland this is an essential text for readers who are fascinated by current events politics and history. . Spanning Irish history from its earliest inhabitants to the countrys current financial crisis The Story of Ireland is an epic and brilliant re-telling of Irelands history from a new point of view.