Esta serie se adentra en el rico y complejo mundo de los Estudios Irlandeses, explorando su historia, cultura y política. Ofrece profundas perspectivas sobre la identidad irlandesa y su evolución a lo largo del tiempo. La colección es esencial para cualquiera interesado en el patrimonio irlandés y su impacto global. Sirve como un recurso valioso tanto para académicos como para entusiastas de la historia irlandesa.
Since the publication of their first controversial novels in the 1950s and 1960s, Philip Roth and Edna O'Brien have always argued against the isolation of mind from body, autobiography from fiction, life from art, and self from nation. In this book Dan O'Brien investigates these shared concerns of the two authors.
The interview highlights Philip Roth's admiration for Edna O'Brien's writing, describing it as intricately detailed and emotionally resonant. The term "fine meshwork" not only reflects her literary style but also emphasizes the connections between her work and that of other authors, particularly Roth. This exploration of shared themes of longing, pain, and remorse showcases O'Brien's ability to weave complex narratives that resonate deeply with readers.
Mary Helen Thuente pushes the clock back, some fifty years, as she demonstrates in The Harp Re-strung that Irish literary nationalism actually began in the 1790s, with the United Irish movement, rather than in the 1840s, as has been generally accepted. The United Irish movement began as a club of paramilitary reformers in Belfast in 1791. Influenced by the French Revolution and related movements, these sons of the Enlightenment became ever more radical. Within five or six years, what had been a small club of intellectuals and political agitators resulted in a mass movement that was committed to overthrowing British rule in Ireland. By reevaluating the writings associated with the United Irish movement, especially the works of Thomas Moore and the Young Ireland writers, their context within the culture, and their impact on subsequent Irish nationalistic writing, Thuente establishes that the movement played a pivotal role in the development of Irish literary nationalism. She provides a rich balance in her treatment of elite and popular cultures, salvages information previously ignored by critics, and invites readers to look anew at the history and propaganda of the movement.
Bringing together leading and emerging scholars from the fields of Irish studies and Jewish studies, this volume captures the most recent scholarship on their comparative history with nuance and remarkable insight. číst celé
Between 1878 and 1881, Standish O'Grady published a three-volume History of Ireland. At the heart of this history was the figure of Cuculain, the great mythic hero who would inspire a generation of writers and revolutionaries. This critical edition of the Cuculain legend offers a concise, abridged version of the central story in History of Ireland.
Focusing on Seamus Heaney's essays, lectures, and book chapters, this work by O'Brien delves into the poet's exploration of poetry's role in society. It highlights Heaney's perspective as a public intellectual engaged in ethical inquiry. By situating Heaney within a European philosophical context alongside thinkers like Heidegger and Derrida, O'Brien offers fresh insights into Heaney’s contributions, revealing the depth of his thought and the significance of his work beyond poetry. This analysis enriches the understanding of one of the twentieth century's most influential creatives.
Focusing on the intricate dynamics of the IRA, Sinn Fein, and the British government, this book provides a comprehensive history of their relationship from the early 1980s to the present. Through interviews with key participants and updated content reflecting the latest peace talks, it offers an in-depth exploration of the ongoing conflicts and resolutions in Northern Ireland, making it a timely and relevant read.
This reference guide to Yeats' work, uses Yeats' non-poetic writing, the principle Yeats criticism and the writings of his friends and critics to reveal the depth of his meanings. It identifies geographical, historical and literary references from classical antiquity to Irish culture.
This collection contains writings on Irish politics, literature, drama, and visual arts, along with a series of dialogues with important cultural and intellectual figures. Previously unpublished pieces include essays on Joyce and on the Irish Hunger Memorial in New York City and a dialogue with Georges Dumézil on myth.
Richard Power's stories delve into the lives of urban and rural Irish characters at the turn of the twentieth century, exploring themes of coming of age, the clash between tradition and modernity, and romantic love. His poignant narratives, rich with pathos and humor, highlight the complexities of an Irish mother's inner world and the challenges faced by an adolescent girl. This collection, curated by James MacKillop, revives the work of a talented yet overlooked writer, offering fresh insights for enthusiasts and scholars of Irish literature.
Focusing on the life and influence of John Charles McQuaid, this study explores his role as Archbishop of Dublin from 1940 to 1972, highlighting his authoritarian control over Irish society. McQuaid's significant power extended beyond the church, as he instilled fear among politicians and clergy alike, employing a network of surveillance reminiscent of J. Edgar Hoover. His uncompromising stance fostered a Catholic-dominated state that marginalized Protestants, Jews, and feminists, showcasing the intersection of religion and politics in mid-20th century Ireland.
Olive Sharkey is the daughter of farmers in the midlands of Ireland. 'I belong to a family which was the last in our district to relinquish the old ways on the land and in the home,' she says. Her research brought her to folk museums throughout Ireland and 'into the homes of fascinating elderly folk with surprisingly clear memories.' The daily and seasonal rhythms of life and work 'in the ould days' is recaptured, from building the house and turning the sod for a new crop, to saving the hay and burying the dead.
Focusing on the early years of Ireland's independence, this comprehensive study delves into industrial development and societal attitudes toward industrialization. It examines the critical period from the establishment of the Irish Free State to the Anglo-Irish Trade Treaty, revealing previously unexplored aspects of Irish history that shaped the nation's economic challenges. By analyzing these foundational years, the book sheds light on the roots of contemporary issues facing Ireland's economy.
An accomplished novelist, short story writer, and playwright, Richard Power (1928–1970) was most well–known for his 1969 novel The Hungry Grass. While many of his stories were published in the leading literary journals of the day, his premature death prevented his work from gaining the fame it deserved. Gathered together for the first time, Power’s subtle and poignant stories capture the daily lives of urban and rural dwellers in Ireland at the turn of the twentieth century. Coming of age, the tensions between tradition and modernity, and romantic love are some of the themes in these beautifully vivid tales. Power explores the interiority of an Irish mother and the thorny navigation of an adolescent girl's coming of age with pathos and humor. This memorable collection, thoughtfully arranged and introduced by James MacKillop, gives new life to an undeservedly neglected writer for fans and scholars of the Irish short story tradition.
W. B. Yeats was the outstanding figure in the early years of the Irish Literary Renaissance. This study offers the fullest, most detailed picture available of Yeats's impact on that movement between 1885 and 1899 and sheds new light upon the development of the movement itself.For this new edition, Professor Marcus has added an introductory essay surveying work in the field since the original publication of the study and offering important new interpretive material of his own.