Over 20 million Americans claim some sort of Irish heritage. But how much do readers really know about this amazing country? This book aims to dispel the myths and tell the true stories of the Irish. It talks about the lives of the ancient Celts until the British invasions, the potato famine and immigration, Irish music and dance, and more.
Discover the truth behind the myths of the Emerald Isle
Forget about shamrocks, leprechans, and all that blarney; 101 Things You Didn't Know about Irish History dispels the myths and tells the true story of the Irish.
Inside, you'll learn about:
- Lives of the ancient Celts before the British invasions
- Famous Irish including Michael Collins, Charles Parnell—and Bono!
- The potato famine and emigration (were there really gangs of New York?)
- Irish music and dance
Complete with an Irish language primer and pronunciation guide,
101 Things You Didn't Know about Irish History is an informative reference for anyone who loves the Irish.
