The Irish War of Independence : The Definitive Account of the Anglo Irish War of 1919 - 1921

Within months of first publication, Michael Hopkinson's study of the Irish War of Independence established itself as by far most comprehensive and evocative account of the role played by the conflict in shaping modern Ireland. It has been welcomed both by scholars and the general public alike, and gone further than perhaps any other recent publication in recasting our understanding of Ireland's decisive confrontation with the military might of the British Empire. Within months of first publication in hardback, Michael Hopkinson’s study of the Irish War of Independence has established itself as by far the best account we have of this seminal event in the making of modern Ireland. It has been welcomed both by scholars and the general public alike. A seminal work of Irish history from one of the most acclaimed historians of the period, 'The War of Independence' brings the Irish struggle for sovereignty to life through a multiplicity of voices and heretofore neglected sources