Irish Biography

'Thought provoking, fast-paced and an exciting account that reveals the powers from within' President Michael D Higgins

This first major examination of Albert Power’s life and career tells of one artist’s contribution to national identity before and after political independence.

2019 1st Edition Hardback

This wide-ranging study offers a new insight into the political career of John Redmond and tells the story of William and Bridget Redmond.

From 1980 to 1985, Eoin Hand managed one of Ireland’s greatest generations of players, including Liam Brady, Ronnie Whelan and Frank Stapleton...

Originally published in 1769–70, the Boulter letters represent one of the most important printed sources for the political and ecclesiastical history of Ireland in the early Hanoverian period. . .

2016 1st Edition Hardback

Beginning in the early 17th century and continuing to the present day, the city of Dublin has built up a portrait collection that is unique on the island of Ireland in terms of range and diversity, and is brilliantly expressive of the political aspirations and realities that have informed its creation. 

2016 1st Edition Hardback

This book of essays assesses Hume’s role throughout the Troubles as he campaigned in Ireland, Europe and the US to influence politicians and opinion makers in the cause of justice and peace.

Signed by the Editors

This is an original and timely study of one of the most influential figures in 20th century Irish culture.

An extraordinary man who captured a newly independent Ireland in all its changing hues.

2014 1st Edition Hardback.

National treasure the late Jimmy Magee recalls the huge number of historic sporting events that he has witnessed during a career that has spanned seven decades.

2013 1st Edition Hardback. 

This hitherto-unpublished text, one of the most anticipated Irish memoirs of the twentieth century, will be valuable to those interested in Hewitt’s achievement, work and legacy and to those wishing to gain an insight into Northern Ireland’s cultural and political history.

Taking into account new archival material, the book investigates the thematic and stylistic features of Lavin’s work from a variety of perspectives, including the Irish-American.

Taking into account new archival material, the book investigates the thematic and stylistic features of Lavin’s work from a variety of perspectives, including the Irish-American.

2013 1st Edition Hardback.

For lovers of the often dark and troubled poetry of Louis MacNeice, his father is a reassuring presence: solid, sober, pious yet tolerant, a C of I clergyman who was not afraid to reject the Ulster Covenant of 1912, denounce sectarianism, and even espouse Irish nationalism.

2012 1st Edition Hardback. Author signed.

Essays explore Hutchinson's interests in Irish and European history and politics, as well as his examinations of sexuality and the body, music, the aesthetics of memory, and the poetics of friendship.

2011 1st Edition Hardback

From 1997 to 2011, through the highs of the Celtic Tiger to the turbulence of recent years President Mary McAleese represented Ireland on the World Stage. She has always sounded a voice that is universally trusted and accepted.

2011 1st Edition Hardback

The author gives a courageous and frank account of his 25-year battle with depression.

The Remarkable Wilde Family Through the Generations

2011 1st Edition Hardback

Politician, barrister, Attorney General, politician, family man—The Reluctant Taoiseach takes a fresh and revealing look at the life of a man at the centre of politics and law during one of the most turbulent periods in Irish history.

This is an account of the folklore and repertoire of one of the most influential singers and traditional fiddlers in Ireland. Named as the Best Book about Irish Music in 2010 by The Irish Echo

2010 1st Edition Hardback.