Irish National History

A ground-breaking history of the twentieth century in Ireland, written on the most ambitious scale by a brilliant young historian.

This is by any standards a massive analytical study, of the first importance, which will become required reading by all who wish to deepen their understanding of the nature of modern Irish history and the way it has been shaped by the collective and individual personality.

If Maps Could Speak is an engaging combination of memoir, history and stories about people and places. 

The Colour of Ireland: County by County 1860-1960 is a photographic celebration of the history, culture, people and places that make up a century of life in Ireland. Covering all 32 counties, this beautiful, meticulously researched collection takes a past only ever viewed before in black and white and - in glorious colour - breathes fr

Voices That Rocked The System

101 views on Irish identity today.

A Guide for Family Historians

This lavishly illustrated book, based on the original exhibition, explores the negotiation and signing of the Treaty by the Irish delegation that travelled to London in October 1921.

In a wide-ranging and witty narrative, historian Fergal Tobin looks into Ireland's past, taking in everything from religion and politics to sports and literature, and traces the roots of her journey towards independence.

Will Six into Twenty-Six Ever Go? Patterson is a witty, brilliant observer and this will be a highly enjoyable as well as alarmingly topical book.