Ireland: A Short History

By: Joseph Coohill

Narrated by: Enda Oates

From the first prehistoric inhabitants of the island to the St Andrews Agreement and decommissioning of IRA weapons, this uniquely concise account of Ireland and its people reveals how differing interpretations of history, ancient and modern, have influenced modern Irish society. Combining factual information with a critical approach, Coohill covers all the key events, including the Great Famine, Home Rule, and the Good Friday Agreement.

Updated with two new chapters expanding the discussion of pre-modern Ireland, as well as developments in the 21st century, this highly accessible and balanced account will continue to provide a valuable resource to all those wishing to acquaint themselves further with the complex identity of the Irish people.

©2014 Joseph Coohill (P)2024 Dreamscape Media

Awesome

Fabulous book, great introduction to topic. Amazingly comprehensive for such a quick listen, and scrupulously fair.

Perfect narration

I’m the author of this book, and it pleases me greatly that Enda Oates was chosen as the narrator. I think he’s done it perfectly!