The Origins of Modern Irish Socialism, 1881-1896

by Fintan Lane

Overview

Based on original sources, this study charts the development of modern Irish socialism from the influence of William Thompson, Marx and the First International, challenging the myth that socialism emerged with James Connolly and the struggle for independence. The author explores the land war, the challenging position of Irish socialists in relation to Irish independence and the impact of British socialism on Ireland.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781859181515
Publisher:	Cork University Press
Publication date:	05/31/1997
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.76(d)

About the Author

Fintan Lane lectures in University College Cork.

Editorial Reviews

Challenges the belief that James Connolly initiated modern Irish socialism, providing a detailed history of its development<-->from the influence of William Thompson, Marx, and the First International to the arrival of Connolly and the struggle for independence. Explores the radicalizing element of the land war, the impact of British socialism, the emergence of socialist organizations in Dublin, the role played by socialists in the politicization of the labour movement, and their changing position in relation to Irish independence. Distributed by ISBS. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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