Items related to Dictionary of Irish History Since 1800
The standard reference guide to modern Irish history ' the only such book devoted entirely to the modern era' is now available in paperback. This classic work will be a boon to everyone with an interest in Irish history. Long established as a reliable, accurate and comprehensive reference work, it includes quirky and offbeat headwords as well as the anticipated entries for political, social and economic history. `'an invaluable guide for all students of history as well as a ready reference work for everyone else, including journalists and even historians.' Irish Examiner `This is the best Irish history reference book you will get on your shelves.' Evening Herald `The whole panoply of Irish life is visited with some 2,000 articles on subjects as diverse as emigration, governments of Ireland, home rule, loyalism, agrarian violence, secret societies, together with hundreds of concise biographical articles ' This book is excellent in every respect a treasure trove of varied and fascinating historical information. Very few books that I know will be as useful to the academic, the student or the general reader attempting to deepen their knowledge of modern Ireland.' Irish Catholic
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
"...an invaluable guide for all students of history as well as a ready reference work for everyone else, including journalists and even historians." T. Ryle Dwyer, Irish Examiner "a useful library tool and quick deskside crib, with good cross-referring." Books Ireland "The whole panoply of Irish life is visited with some 2,000 articles on subjects as diverse as emigration, governments of Ireland, home rule, loyalism, agrarian violence, secret societies, together with hundreds of concise biographical articles... This book is excellent in every respect ... a treasure trove of varied and fascinating historical information. Very few books that I know will be as useful to the academic, the student or the general reader attempting to deepen their knowledge of modern Ireland." J. Anthony Gaughan, Irish Catholic
About the Author:
D. J. Hickey is a retired architectural draughtsman. J. E. Doherty is a teacher. Both have researched and written widely in Irish history over many years. Their Chronology of Irish History since 1500 is also a standard reference book.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherGill & Macmillan Ltd
- Publication date1980
- ISBN 10 0717108953
- ISBN 13 9780717108954
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages617
- EditorHickey D.J., Doherty J.E.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
A Dictionary Of Irish History 1800-1980
Published by
Gill and Macmillan, Dublin, ET AL
(1981)
ISBN 10: 0717108953
ISBN 13: 9780717108954
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Seller Inventory # 176643
Buy Used
£ 6.21
Convert currency
Seller Image
A Dictionary of Irish History Since 1800
Published by
Gill and Macmillan, Dublin
(1980)
ISBN 10: 0717108953
ISBN 13: 9780717108954
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. [8], 615 pages. 215 x 140mm. Original publisher's cloth, spine lettered silver, with original unclipped dust jacket. This was the first dictionary devoted solely to the events of Irish history, and as such is an invaluable handy reference work. Although a second revised edition was published in 2003, both editions are needed as their contents vary in selection, detail and focus. Slight wear to dust jacket otherwise a near fine copy without any damage, library stamps, inscriptions or other markings. Images available on request. Seller Inventory # 003843
Buy Used
£ 26.47
Convert currency
Seller Image
A Dictionary of Irish History Since 1800
Published by
Gill & Macmillan
(1980)
ISBN 10: 0717108953
ISBN 13: 9780717108954
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: As New. 1980. Hardcover. 615pp. Previous owner's signature on ffep. First edition copy. . . . Seller Inventory # KHS1015172
Buy Used
£ 66.18
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Dictionary of Irish History Since 1800
Published by
Gill & Macmillan
(1980)
ISBN 10: 0717108953
ISBN 13: 9780717108954
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: As New. 1980. Hardcover. 615pp. Previous owner's signature on ffep. First edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # KHS1015172
Buy Used
£ 68.84
Convert currency