The Green Flag, Vols 1-3

Also published in 3 Volumes as The Most Distressful Country/The Bold Fenian Men/Ourselves Alone Covering Irish history from the beginnings of Irish Nationalism through 1973, Robert Kee's treatment ranges from the Protestant Plantations thru Wolfe Tone & the Great Famine to the founding of the Fenian Movement & the Irish Free State. His authoritative & comprehensive history is masterly in its detail & judicious analysis. A classic in its field, this is essential reading for anyone attempting to understand the complex historical forces that have shaped Ireland. Preface 1. Who were Irishmen? 2 The first Irish republicans 3. The union 4 The tragedy of home rule 5. Outselves alone References Select Bibliography Index