Great Irish Speeches - Richard Aldous - Illustrated Irish History Hardback

Great Irish Speeches by Richard Aldous, a substantial illustrated hardback bringing together 50 landmark speeches spanning more than two centuries of Irish history.

From Henry Grattan, Daniel O'Connell and Charles Stewart Parnell to Patrick Pearse, Michael Collins and Éamon de Valera, the collection follows the people and words that helped shape modern Ireland.

Later speeches include John F. Kennedy, Seamus Heaney, Mary Robinson, John Hume, Gerry Adams, Ian Paisley and Bertie Ahern.

Richard Aldous introduces each speech and explains its historical context, making this both a collection of memorable speeches and a fascinating journey through Irish political and cultural history.

Includes a foreword by Colm Tóibín and historical photographs throughout.

An interesting book for readers of Irish history, the Easter Rising, independence, Northern Ireland and political oratory.

Original Book & CD edition, but please note that the CD is missing. This listing is for the book only.

Good used condition overall. The pages are clean and very well kept, with light general wear to the dust jacket.

Inside the rear cover, two strips of old adhesive residue from the original CD holder have been covered with clear tape to prevent them sticking to the jacket or facing page. This is shown in the photographs.

Collection available in Gorey, Co. Wexford, or postage anywhere in Ireland at the buyer's expense.

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