Fintan O'Toole
A History of Ireland in 100 Objects
- ISBN 13:
- 9781908996152
- author:
- Fintan O'Toole
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Royal Irish Academy
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 250
- Dimensions:
- 183 mm X 224 mm
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
A History of Ireland in 100 Objects by Fintan O'Toole explores the significance of 100 objects in shaping Ireland's history. From Mesolithic times to 2005, these objects reveal the country's social, political and artistic vitality. Photographs accompany concise stories about each object, including ornamental treasures like the Book of Kells and Eileen Gray's chair, alongside everyday items such as James Connolly's bloodstained shirt and a 1950s washing machine. The book offers a unique perspective on Ireland's past, highlighting its complexities and contradictions. Written by Fintan O'Toole, who also wrote the introduction to the book, this collection of objects provides a fascinating insight into Ireland's history and culture.
Related Products
Related Products
A History of the World in 100 Objects
Dr Neil MacGregor
Antarctica: A History in 100 Objects
Pomereu, Dr Jean de
A History of the GAA in 100 Objects
Doyle, Siobhan
A History of Sailing in 100 Objects
Pickthall, Barry
A History of Cheltenham in 100 Objects
Steven Blake