Britain and Ireland: A Concise History

Britain and Ireland provides a chronological history of the two states, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, and four nations, the Irish, Welsh, Scottish, and English, from prehistory to the present. It includes expanded material on post-1800 Irish history, with an emphasis on the Famine, Home Rule, the Irish Civil War, partition, the Troubles, the Good Friday Agreement, and the Brexit fallout. Accompanied by illustrations and information boxes, the book presents the story of the British Isles' interdependence with Europe and the rest of the world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Britain and Ireland, a comprehensive historical narrative, delves into the rich tapestry of the two states, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland (Éire), as well as the four nations that make up its vibrant tapestry: the Irish, the Welsh, the Scottish, and the English. Spanning from the dawn of time to the present day, this revised edition offers a chronological exploration, commencing in 4000 BCE and traversing through the Roman occupation, the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution, and the establishment of the British Empire. As we approach the present, this edition has expanded its coverage of post-1800 Irish history, with a particular focus on the devastating Famine, the struggle for Home Rule, the tumultuous Irish Civil War, the partition, the Troubles, the historic Good Friday Agreement, and the far-reaching consequences of Brexit.

In subsequent chapters, the book delves into national developments, including the influential Thatcherism, the transformative Blairism, the enduring monarchy, the harsh realities of austerity, the process of devolution, the momentous Scottish referendum, and the complex dynamics of international relations with the United States, Europe, and the Commonwealth. The narrative concludes with a thoughtful examination of the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and climate change, highlighting the interconnectedness of the British Isles and its role in shaping global events.

Accompanied by captivating illustrations and informative information boxes, this book not only chronicles the historical events of the British Isles but also emphasizes its profound interconnectedness with Europe and the rest of the world. It serves as a valuable resource for students of British and Irish studies, challenging them to engage with the past and understand its relevance to the present.

Weight: 538g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367650322
Edition number: 2 ed