northern ireland

A color-illustrated overview of life in the United Kingdom that covers family life, school, sports and leisure, British culture, festivals and religion, food and shopping, landscape and climate, plants and animals, cities and landmarks, industry and agriculture, transportation, and history and government, and also presents two related activities.

Examines the religious and political tensions existing in Northern Ireland, from their historical origins to present-day conflicts, and looks at efforts to bring peace to this region.

Explains the historical background of the Irish struggles and the growth of the IRA and its place in modern history.

Traces the history of Northern Ireland, focusing on the violence between Protestants and Catholics.

Uses primary source materials to trace the history of the conflicts in Northern Ireland.

Traces the history of the conflict in Ireland, from raids during Queen Elizabeth's reign to the present day, explains how the country was divided in 1921, and discusses the formation of political parties in Eire and Northern Ireland.

Introduces the geography, history, people, and culture of the Emerald Isle.

Explores the history of the Northern Ireland conflict--also known as The Troubles--and the impact of sectarian violence, community relations programs, and international intervention since the partitioning of the country in 1920.

Follows the young narrator's childhood in Northern Ireland during the 1950s as he learns about the pain and ambiguity that come with maturity and as he becomes aware of the corruption of power in his own family and society.