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In this work, the author applies his first-hand experience of both the potential and the limitations of minor parties in government and in coalition. At a time when global politics is being reshaped, our understanding of the results of who we put in power has never been more vital. This book powerfully contributes to that understanding.

A vibrant collection of local tales hand down through generations of storytellers

The history of Cavan, affectionately known as 'The Lakeland County', is made up of a rich tapestry of folk tales, myths and legends. It is said to be the home of the wailing banshee of the McCabes, the site of Finn MacCool's last resting place (where his fingers can still be seen) and where, legend has, it a young girl came perilously close to marrying the devil. In this book Gary Branigan will take you on a journey through Cavan's past, recalling the myths and legends that shaped the area's history from the early exploits of heroes such as Cuchulainn and the Goban Saor to the more recent stories of the last highwayman 'Captain' Mooney and the tragedy of the Great Hunger. Also featuring tales of cursing stones, fairy gold, mermaids, pookas and dragons, it will take you into a remarkable world where you can let your imagination run wild.

Donegal has a rich heritage of myths and legends which is uniquely captured in this collection of traditional tales from the county.

An engaging first-hand account of the Irish Defence Forces in the Second World War

The remarkable story of the Kuczynskis, a family of Soviet spies under cover in Britain

An invaluable and detailed directory of anglicised Irish place names

Buried Lives: The Protestants of Southern Ireland

Traditional folk tales from Longford retold by a professional storyteller

From the author of Who Owns Britain and producer of the Sunday Times Rich List

This history of Ireland is inextricably linked with our relationship with the land.Looking at the Land League, the Knights of the Plough, the perception and reality of the Irish Landlords, this is an important book which makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the nature of the `land question' in Irish history.

The first definitive biography of one of Britain's most complex actors, Wilfrid Brambell