In 1919 a group of young men barely out of their teens, poorly armed, with no money and little training, renewed the fight, begun in 1916, to drive the British out of Ireland. Dan Breen was to become the best known of them. At first they were condemed on all sides. They became outlaws and My Fight describes graphically what life was like 'on the run,' with 'an army at one's heels and a thousand pounds on one's head'. A burning belief in their cause sustained them through many a dark and bi...

My Fight for Irish Freedom by Dan Breen is a gripping memoir detailing Breen’s personal involvement in the fight for Ireland’s independence. Offering firsthand insight into revolutionary strategies, key events, and the sacrifices of freedom fighters, Breen’s narrative combines historical accuracy with vivid storytelling. The book illuminates the political, social, and emotional challenges faced during the Irish War of Independence, making it an essential read for historians, students, and ...

"My Fight for Irish Freedom" is a compelling memoir by Dan Breen, an influential figure in the Irish War of Independence. Breen recounts his personal experiences and the tumultuous events that shaped Ireland's struggle for sovereignty. His narrative is filled with vivid descriptions of battles, ambushes, and the camaraderie among fellow rebels. Through his eyes, readers gain insight into the motivations and sacrifices made by those who fought for Ireland's freedom, making it a significant ...

In "My Fight for Irish Freedom," Dan Breen candidly recounts his experiences as an active participant in the Irish War of Independence, blending personal narrative with historical record. Breen's literary style combines vivid storytelling and evocative imagery, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the tumultuous events of early 20th-century Ireland. Through his eyes, we witness the fervent struggle against British rule, highlighting the complexities and moral dilemmas faced by those i...

First published soon after the War of Independence, My Fight for Irish Freedom is Dan Breen's terse, vivid chronicle of the campaign from the Soloheadbeg ambush to the Truce. Mixing reportage with unapologetic polemic, he records ambushes, safe houses, arms raids, and the logistics of rural guerrilla war against the RIC, Black and Tans, and Auxiliaries. Its urgent prose and granular detail give rare insight into command, intelligence, and the moral calculus of violence. Born in County Tipp...

?Michael Collins is one of the most famous figures in Irish history. He became the most wanted man in the British Empire, a minister in the first Irish government and Commander-in-Chief of the army. This is an action-packed biography of a great Irish hero.

On the morning of 21 November 1920, Jane Boyle walked to Sunday Mass in the church where she would be married five days later. That afternoon she went with her fiancé to watch Tipperary and Dublin play a Gaelic football match at Croke Park. Across the city fourteen men lay dead in their beds after a synchronised IRA attack designed to cripple British intelligence services in Ireland. Trucks of police and military rumbled through the city streets as hundreds of people clamoured at the metal...

Voted America's Best-Loved Novel in PBS's The Great American Read"One of the most—if not the most—beloved of American novels." —The New YorkerHarper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork of honor and injustice in the deep South—and the heroism of one man in the face of blind and violent hatredOne of the most cherished stories of all time, To Kill a Mockingbird has been translated into mo...

This is a scrupulously researched and superbly written account of the events of that fateful week. The narrative proceeds almost on an hour-by-hour basis building up a picture which, while immensely detailed, is none the less presented with the greatest clarity. First published in 1964, The Easter Rebellion quickly established itself as the outstanding narrative history of the 1916 Rising in Ireland. It provides an objective and exciting appraisal of what was perhaps the most decisive week...

Ireland, 1919: When Sinn Féin proclaims Dáil Éireann the parliament of the independent Irish republic, London declares the new assembly to be illegal, and a vicious guerrilla war breaks out between republican and crown forces. Michael Collins, intelligence chief of the Irish Republican Army, creates an elite squad whose role is to assassinate British agents and undercover police. The so-called 'Twelve Apostles' will create violent mayhem, culminating in the events of 'Bloody Sunday' in Nov...

Michael Palin recreates the extraordinary life and tragic death of a First World War soldier—his great-uncle Harry.Some years ago a stash of family records was handed down to Michael Palin, among which were photos of an enigmatic young man in army uniform, as well as photos of the same young man as a teenager looking uncomfortable at family gatherings. This, Michael learned, was his Great-Uncle Harry, born in 1884, died in 1916. He had previously had no idea that h...

On 22 January 1879 a 20,000-strong Zulu army decimated the British camp at Isandlwana. On the back of this victory 3,000–4,000 Zulu warriors swept towards the garrison of Rorke's Drift, expecting to devastate the c.500-strong British and colonial force there. However, this small, but stalwart group of brave British soldiers withstood this overwhelming force over the next forty-eight hours and ultimately repelled them in a British victory that has been immortalised in books...