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- New
- Dimensions
- 6.02 x 1.18 x 9.21 in
- Weight
- 1.1 lb
- Publisher
- Viking
- Publication date
- January 1, 2012
- Language
- English
- Print length
- 404 pages
Description
First published ten years ago, Making Sense of the Troubles is widely regarded as the most comprehensive, considered and compassionate history of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. Written by a distinguished journalist and a teacher of history in Northern Ireland, it surveys the roots of the problems from 1921 onwards, the descent into violence in the late sixties, and the three terrible decades that followed. David McKittrick and David McVea have now fully updated the book to take into account the momentous events of last ten years, including the disbanding of the IRA, Ian Paisley's deal with the Republicans and the historic power-sharing goverment in Belfast. Read more
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| Publisher | Viking |
|---|---|
| Publication date | January 1, 2012 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 404 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 024196265X |
| ISBN-13 | 57 |
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.02 x 1.18 x 9.21 inches |
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Top Amazon Reviews
Quick and engaging overview
Format: Paperback
I became interested in this conflict after watching the 2002 movie Bloody Sunday with James Nesbitt. I found myself embarrassed that I had so little knowledge related to what had been occurring in Northern Ireland for most of my life. To think that there is a conflict that has simultaneously been characterized as 1) A war for independence, 2) a civil war, 3) a war on terrorism, 4) a war for Civil Rights, and 5) a war supporting a colonial possession and state ally; occurring in a 20th century industrialized nation was fascinating to me. I was a little worried that this book might be a little skewed one way or the other; but was extremely pleased to find it to be a very even handed and balanced reference. This book does go through over 30+ years of the conflict's history; so don't expect a deep dive into any particular event or person. That being said, I was very impressed with the breadth and width of the information the authors were able to put into a book that took me a 4 day weekend to get through. From the background history leading up to Operation Banner, through the military activities of the different parties, to the politics, to the personalities involved, it was easy to follow, and an easy read. I would highly recommend this book for those, like me, who are coming into the Northern Ireland Troubles cold, and want a comprehensive overview of the conflict. This book is probably not the one for anyone wanting to get deep into any specific event or personality.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2019 by Dadimus Max
Great Chronological Account
Format: Kindle
This book contains the chronology of the Troubles without taking sides, an excellent approach for someone who wants to learn the facts. I would recommend this book to anyone like myself who had a curiosity about the Troubles but no interest in taking sides.
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2019 by Amazon Customer
A Clear and Concise Overview
Format: Hardcover
Simply put: If I was teaching a college-level course in Northern Ireland history, this book would be at the top of my syllabus. The authors rose to the daunting challenge of assembling a concise and readable synthesis of the Troubles in just over 200 pages. Of course one will will not cover everything; this book is not meant for this level of analysis. Authors like Tim Pat Coogan and Peter Taylor will help you get deep into the nasty, gritty details. But if you are new to the Troubles, this book is your ticket. Also included is a historic timeline--a real bonus--and some supportive tables. My only quip, yet not enough to dock it star ratings, is that it screams for an update. So many public records have recently opened up with new findings and interpretations that challenge (or put to rest) older assumptions. A 5 star read across the board, and very highly recommended from this history Ph.D.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2020 by James M. Bailey
Good Book
Format: Paperback
Good comprehensive book to help explain a very complicated subject. Seems to be very objective and unbiased.
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2024 by SRM
Good summary
I am familiar with Irish history, including that of Northern Ireland, so I was able to approach this read not as a novice. I thought the authors drew all the strands together well, and without, to my mind, bias towards one side or the other. I would recommend that many should read it, particularly Americans, a number of whom have in the more recent past been seduced by the message of anti-Britishness emanating from Ireland, without appreciating the real history of Northern Ireland and understanding the complexity of the Troubles.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2014 by william boulton
Balanced writing
Format: Hardcover
I didn't know much about the conflicts in Northern Ireland and wanted to read a balanced account of what happened there. While I don't know the objective truths from experience, this book seemed to be balanced on who did what, who seemed to be responsible on both sides and seemed to be thoroughly researched. A good read about a disturbing topic.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2023 by -JP
Good history
Format: Paperback
It was a bit slow
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019 by Da Nang, 70-71
Northern Ireland Eye Opener
Format: Hardcover
If you are like I was before I read this book knowing only that Northern Ireland was about some kind of Religious Conflicts and the IRA then you have so much more to learn about Northern Ireland as I have learned with this book. This book covers everything in an informative way to help one absorb the information and yet not feel inundated. The book also features a chronology of events for quick references, tables and a glossary section that serves as a refresh section for the mind when the abbreviations of political parties and organizations become to much to remember. I recommend this book highly for personal or academic reasons in learning about the troubles in Northern Ireland.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2002 by bronxgirl