'The curious but tangled relationship ... between labour and nationalism in Ireland has never been more clearly exposed.' Times Educational Supplement
'[A]ccessible and immensely readable ... with great relevance and poignancy.' Irish Studies Review
This modern classic of Irish history is an accomplished and readable synthesis. Subjects covered include the early 'communism' of the Celtic clans ; the role of the Church; the Irish aristocracy and their handover to Henry II; Wolfe Tone's rising and O'Connell's betrayal.
- ISBN13 9780745311036
- Publish Date 20 March 1996 (first published 2 March 1972)
- Publish Status Transferred
- Out of Print 16 June 2010
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Pluto Press
- Format Hardcover (Library Binding)
- Pages 372
- Language English