Read Ireland Book Review
Issue 123
The Wandering Irish in Europe: Their Influence from the Dark Ages to Modern Time by Matthew J. Culligan and Peter Cherici (Paperback; 11.50 IEP / 16.50 USD) [Add To Basket]
This history of the invaluable labour of the Irish monks in preserving the foundations of Western culture by copying texts of ancient and early Christian authors is well known, as is the journey of many Irish monks to Europe, where they also copies ancient texts and founded monasteries. But thereafter the Irish involvement in the growth of Europe trails off in most history texts. Here is a book that fills in the picture of the significant Irish contribution to European civilization and history. The Irish, while never invaders, conquerors or rulers, were in fact teachers, leaders, and innovators in many different fields. There were Irish military men, who led the modernization of the armies of major European countries, and Irish diplomats, advisers, and political leaders who played important roles in the movement of a number of European countries towards nationhood. Drawing on widely diverse sources, including interviews with descendants of emigres, this is an absorbing book that provides a new perspective on the impact of a migrating culture on other groups.
When Dublin Was the Capital: Northern Life Remembered by Allison Murphy (Paperback; 10.95 IEP / 14.50 USD) [Add To Basket]
The images of Northern Ireland as a society in which Catholics and Protestants, nationalists and unionists represent two solitudes is a graphic one, at home and abroad. It is often assumed that the two traditions always existed in a state of near-total segregation. This book shows how far, even in the ominous decade leading up to the partition of the island, the two communities of the north of Ireland led common and overlapping lives. The daily life recalled by the author's elderly informants - schooldays, church activities, pastimes and leisure, newspapers - testifies to the shared history and surprisingly high degree of mutuality enjoyed by a population soon to have their differences constitutionally and politically enshrined. This is a book of retrospective optimism and, by implication, of hope for the coming days.
The Irish Guards: The First Hundred Years 1900-2000 by Irish Guards Headquarters (Hardback; 28.20 IEP / 35.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
This book is the story, mainly in pictures, of one of the British Army's younger but most distinguished regiments, the Irish Guards, and is published to celebrate the centenary of its formation in 1900. It is a remarkable record that demonstrates the wisdom of Queen Victoria's decision to form an Irish Regiment of Foot Guards to commemorate the bravery of the Irish troops in the South African wars. This book traces the story of the Irish Guards from the beginning through two World Wars, various active service and overseas postings such as Egypt, Palestine and Aden, public duties and ceremonial occasions, and, finally, to the Balkans in 1999. It is a unique collection of photographs, many of which have never been seen before, and informed captions.
Choose Ireland for Retirement: Retirement Discoveries for Every Budget by Patti Cleary (Paperback; 12.99 IEP / 16.95 USD) [Add To Basket]
Retirement can be a time of growth, or adventure, or complete and utter relaxation. Where you spend your retirement years, no matter how you may define them, has to be a place that fulfills your desires and meets your changing needs. This book covers the many cities, towns and villages of Ireland that are ideal for retirees of every stripe. Descriptions of scenic places, as well as essential information about the resources and activities available in these areas, allow the reader to make an informed decision about selecting Ireland as an ideal location to enjoy an affordable, active and safe retirement.
Law & Finance in Retirement by John Costello (Paperback; 9.99 IEP / 13.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
This is a simple and practical guide covering the legal and financial issues faced by older people and their families, and advice on how to deal with them. Readers will be able to anticipate and deal with potential problems speedily, cost effectively and legally. The book provides information on: Finance - entitlements, pensions, investments, taxation and covenants; Health and Incapacity - medical treatment, powers of attorney and wardship; Succession - will intestacy, trusts, estate planning, joint and foreign property; Community and Residential Care and Nursing Homes; Enforcing Legal Rights cheaply - small claims court, separation and divorce; and Personal changes in the Finance Bill 2000.
Understanding the Natural World: Science Today by William Reville (Paperback; 14.99 IEP / 18.00 USD) [Add To Basket]
Science dominates today's world, for good or ill. Vital decisions affecting humankind, perhaps for generations, are being made by men and women of whose basic ideas and assumptions many of us have little real understanding. For instance, what is the real risk or reward in issues such as the greenhouse effect, human cloning or genetically modified crops? Believing that science is too important to be left to scientists, the author, in his popular weekly column 'Science Today' in the Irish Times newspaper, explains in clear and non-technical terms the world of science and how it impinges on our daily lives. This book brings together these articles as an easy-to-read introduction to the key findings and problems of modern science. It assumes little or no scientific knowledge, concentrating on opening the reader's mind to the mysteries and wonders of the world of scientific discovery.
Us by Martin Malone (Paperback; 6.99 IEP / 9.99 USD) [Add To Basket]
Set in the Curragh of Kildare, against a backdrop of sheep-farming and horse-racing, this novel gives a powerful voice to a hidden Ireland, telling its dark story with compassion and humour.
Cuan Mhuire: A Haven of Hope - the Life and Work of Sr Consilio by Nora McNamara (Paperback; 6.95 IEP / 9.99 USD) [Add To Basket]
Cuan Mhuire was inspired by the belief that every human being is made to the image and likeness of God. The way of life in Cuan Mhuire enables those who follow that way to discover the giftedness within themselves, and to call it forth in others as they give it away to each other. The discovery and recovery is within the reach of all who wish to make the journey. This book shows the reader how.
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