Ireland 1798-1998: War, Peace and Beyond

When first published, Alvin Jackson's Ireland 1798-1998 received widespread critical acclaim for its analytical, sceptical and humane view of modern Irish history. Jackson's re-evaluation of the field, exploration of the varieties of Irish political experience, and his particular attention to the (often highly productive) tension between nationalism and Unionism continue to stand as an impressive achievement.

Now in its second edition, Ireland 1798-1998 has been updated to include coverage o...