Irish History for Dummies

Mike Cronin

• 01 januari 2013
• 9781467652933

Samenvatting:

From Bronze Age bardic priests to the 21st century’s ‘Celtic Tiger’, this audiobook vividly recounts the full sweep of Irish history. Take a whirlwind journey through two millennia of political turmoil, social upheaval and cultural achievement and experience the full flavour of Ireland’s rich history. Experience the highs and lows of Ireland’s past, including invasions, battles, executions, religious divides, uprisings, emigration, music, poetry and prose—and hurling! Ireland’s story is intensely dramatic; at times, heartbreaking, yet the cultural influence of this small nation continues to have a profound impact around the globe.