The social, economic and political conditions which existed during the period from 1884 until 1914 and their effect on the development and history of sport in Donegal has been examined here.

The early history of association football and Gaelic games and the reasons why Gaelic football and hurling struggled to gain a foothold in the county have all been assessed in this fantastic book. Included is a social profile of patrons, administrators and players who were involved in the organising of the original clubs and cup competitions.