The Shortest History of Ireland

In 'The Shortest History of Ireland', James Hawes spins a fresh, novel-like narrative of Irish history, racing from the Ice Age to the present. This book redefines how we view Ireland's past and future. For the first time, Hawes emphasizes Ireland's vital ties to Europe and its diaspora in America. Europe offered hope amidst near-genocidal colonization, while 'Greater Ireland' in the U.S. took the lead, with Fenian rebels headquartered in New York and Easter Rising orders sent from there. Ireland's modern prosperity, thanks to America and the EEC/EU, often defied Westminster's influence. Today, by navigating the last remnants of the British Empire with their help, Ireland's captivating past can seamlessly transition into a promising future.