Are the Irish Different? - Softcover

Tom Inglis

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0719095832 ISBN 13: 9780719095832

Publisher: Manchester University Press, 2014

Synopsis

This book examines the extent and nature of Irish social and cultural difference. It is a collection of twenty-three short essays written in a clear and accessible manner by human scientists who are international experts in their area. The essays cover topics covered include the nature of Irish nationalism and capitalism, the Irish political elite, the differences and similarities of the Irish family, the upsurge in immigration, Northern Ireland, the Irish diaspora, the Irish language, sport, music and many other topics. The book will be bought by those who have an academic and personal interest in Irish Studies. It will be attractive to those who are not familiar with the theories and methods of the human sciences and how they can shine a light on the transformations that have taken place in Ireland. Tom Inglis, the editor of the collection, is a sociologist who has written extensively on Irish culture and society.

About this title

About the Author:

Tom Inglis is Professor of Sociology at University College Dublin.

About this edition

• Publisher: Manchester University Press
• Publication date: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0719095832
• ISBN 13: 9780719095832
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304
• Editor: Tom Inglis