Diarmaid Ferriter Libros

The first ever really honest account of the reality of Ireland's offshore islands.

The history and possible future of the border between the Republic and Northern Ireland.

In 1900, Ireland was a restless, impoverished, neglected corner of the British Empire. By 2000, it had become the "Celtic Tiger" of Europe. How did this happen? [This book] sets out to give a full account of what it was like to grow up and live in twentieth-century Ireland.-Dust jacket

The history and legacy of the war that shaped the Irish political landscape for decades, by Ireland's most prominent historian.

History did not have to work out the way it actually did. Ferriter looks at twenty events in twentieth-century Irish life and wonders how they might have been different: What if Joyce and Beckett had stayed in Ireland? What if Britain had blocked Irish immigration in the 1950s? What if there had been no 'Late Late Show'?

This comprehensive history chronicles the profound transformation of Ireland over a quarter-century, offering insights into the political, social, and cultural changes that shaped the nation. The narrative is enriched by the author’s expertise and deep understanding of Ireland's past, providing readers with a nuanced perspective on key events and figures that influenced its evolution. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the book captures the essence of a country in flux, making it an essential read for anyone interested in modern Irish history.