Political Violence in Ireland: Government and Resistance since 1848 by Charles T

Description: Political Violence in Ireland by Charles Townshend In this widely acclaimed study, Charles Townshend reexamines the historical circumstances that generated violence as a habitual part of political dialogue in Ireland. Drawing on an extensive range of original sources, he describes and analyzes the crucial relationship between the use of terror and intimidation by resistance groups and the efforts of government to impose authority by force. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this widely acclaimed study, Charles Townshend reexamines the historical circumstances that generated violence as a habitual part of political dialogue in Ireland. Drawing on an extensive range of original sources, he describes and analyzes the crucial relationship between the use of terror and intimidation by resistance groups and the efforts of government to impose authority by force. Author Biography Charles Townshend is Professor of International History at Keele University. Review A significant contribution to the historical dimensions of a tragic contemporary subject. * Choice * Long Description In this widely acclaimed study, Charles Townshend reexamines the historical circumstances that generated violence as a habitual part of political dialogue in Ireland. Drawing on an extensive range of original sources, he describes and analyzes the crucial relationship between the use of terror and intimidation by resistance groups and the efforts of government to impose authority by force. Review Quote "A significant contribution to the historical dimensions of a tragic contemporary subject."--Choice "Townshend handles a great range of primary and secondary sources with outstanding coolness, judiciousness and flair."--Irish History "the outstanding authority on a subject of vital importance."--A.J.P. Taylor,London Review of Books Details ISBN0198200846 Author Charles Townshend Short Title POLITICAL VIOLENCE IN IRELAND Language English ISBN-10 0198200846 ISBN-13 9780198200840 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Oxford University Press Place of Publication Oxford Country of Publication United Kingdom Residence ENK Position Senior Lecturer in History Subtitle Government and Resistance since 1848 Affiliation Senior Lecturer in History, University of Keele UK Release Date 1984-11-22 AU Release Date 1984-11-22 NZ Release Date 1984-11-22 Pages 456 Publisher Oxford University Press Year 1984 Publication Date 1984-11-22 DEWEY 322.42 Illustrations graph, tables Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:53298549;

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