Politics and Political Culture in Ireland from Restoration to Union, 1660-1800: Essays in Honour of Jacqueline Hill - Hardcover

by Mary Ann Lyons (Editor), Raymond Gillespie (Editor), James Kelly (Editor)

A deep dive into Ireland's political and social transformation, 1660-1800.

Explore the intricate tapestry of Irish political culture from the Restoration to the Union. This collection of essays examines civic unity, urban poverty, and the shifting dynamics of power in pre-modern Ireland. Discover how key historical events shaped Irish identity and society.

For historians, scholars, and students, this volume offers fresh perspectives on Irish history. Uncover the hidden disjunctions and carefully managed complexities of a fascinating era. Gain insights into:

• The role of money in Dublin Corporation's authority
• Public ritual and ceremony in political culture
• The interplay of local and national politics

Why buy now? Resituate power where it was exercised daily and open fascinating windows into past worlds in pre-modern Ireland.

Author Biography

Mary Ann Lyons teaches in the Department of History, Maynooth University. Raymond Gillespie teaches in the Department of History, Maynooth University and has published extensively on British and Irish history. James Kelly teaches in the Department of History, Dublin City University.