Dimensions
222 x 282 x 36mm
An A - Z Guide to its People, Places, History and Culture
This new, illustrated encyclopedia contains a wealth of information about Ireland, its history, institutions, culture, politics and government. Over 1200 A-Z cross-referenced entries provide in-depth coverage of:
- notable Irish men and women in all fields of activity
- Ireland's rich cultural heritage - literature, music, film, sport and more
- Irish history, politics and government
- towns and places in Ireland, including key tourist attractions.
The book also contains:
- special signed feature articles on key Irish cultural and historical themes (the Great Famine, emigration), providing extra detail for major topics
- a chronology of Irish history, offering a quick reference guide to Ireland's complex and fascinating past
- quotations on Ireland and the Irish
- colour and black and white photographs, as well as maps.
Accessible, informative and easy to use, this encyclopedia is designed for anyone with an interest in Ireland and the Irish.
