The Taoiseach

Iain Dale

Ireland, under both the Irish Free State and after full independence, has now had just over 100 years of autonomous national political leadership. This book, based on Iain Dale's blockbuster podcast, tells the story of Irish politics over the past century by examining the lives and actions of each Irish Taoiseach, from W.T. Cosgrave to Micheál Martin. 15 leading Irish historians, journalists and politicians write essays on each of these figures, showing in the process how Ireland developed from a poor ex-colony to a successful, modern country at the heart of the European Union. In the process, the contributors examine the importance of topics such as the power of the Roman Catholic Church, changing social mores, Ireland's relationship with the UK, and its economic development.

Author(s): Dale, Iain
Binding: Hardback
Date of Publication: 23/10/2025
Pagination: 368 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Swift Press
Published By: Swift Press
Book Classification: Biography: historical, political & military
Dimensions: 234x153
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ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781800754249