Ireland: A Graphic History [Paperback]

Morgan Llywelyn (Author), Michael Scott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1995

Two bestselling authors of Irish descent team up to present an exciting history of Ireland and its people in the "graphic novel" format, vividly depicting the country's evolution from its Celtic roots to its present-day religious and political struggles. Features a Foreword by Senator Edward Kennedy. Full color.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Ireland's evolution and cultural changes are traced in a lively graphic novel form which uses colorful cartoons to paint the story of Ireland's past. This approach promises to reach a wider audience than the usual history, making for an intriguing, involving account. -- Midwest Book Review

From the Publisher

A portrait of a country renowned for the almost mythic resonance of its landscapes and for the vitality and gregariousness of its people. This is the fourth in teNeues' successful color version of its Photopocket series. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Element Books Ltd (March 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852306270
• ISBN-13: 978-1852306274
• Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,830,790 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book that uniquely details Irelands struggles, August 10, 1998

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Jacquie - [e-mail] (Rockville, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ireland: A Graphic History (Paperback)

Some readers may not see the importance of a book that tells a story in "comic" or sequential art form, but this tale is a great way to introduce youngsters to the history of the Irish. For a teen, this "comic book" might spark the curiosity to want to learn more. Both the story and artwork are excellent.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book for Teens, October 2, 2003

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Jay Gregg "Geology professor" (Stillwater, OK USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ireland: A Graphic History (Paperback)

When I bought "Ireland: A Graphic History" in 1995 I did so knowing that it was a "graphic" novel of sorts (= comic book). I was looking for something that would be a quick, entertaining and educational read for my three teenagers who would be accompanying me on my 1995-96 "Fulbright Year" in Dublin. The book certainly did not disappoint. The book is composed of a series of vignettes from Irish history centered around a man and woman who are repeatedly reborn in Irish history. From the first story set around the ancient passage tomb at Newgrange to the final chapter that introduces the reader to the "troubles" and the first ceasefire (that finally lead to the ongoing peace process in the North), I found the book to be a griping and essentially accurate portrayal of the history of Ireland. My three kids loved reading it and it greatly helped them to make their transition to the new culture and surroundings. Indeed, they all had the opportunity to study the history of the Emerald Isle in depth during their year in Irish schools. I would recommend the book for anyone who wants a very brief and interesting overview of Irish History and who enjoy the graphic novel format. I especially recommend the book for older children or teenagers who may be traveling to Ireland or who are interested in (their) Irish heritage.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars This is not a history - it is a cartoon illustration -, July 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Ireland: A Graphic History (Paperback)

Totally disappointing - it is nothing but a cartoon book. Avoid!!!