Between Two Hells: The treaty that led to war

Book Review:  Dr Ferriter’s book shows a distinct difference between the leadership of each side during the Irish Civil War
Between Two Hells: The treaty that led to war

“It is not the duty of the historian to lecture the people of the past on how they should have done better,” says Ferriter.

Sat, 11 Sep, 2021 - 14:00
Ryle Dwyer

  • Between Two Hells: The Irish Civil War
  • Diarmaid Ferriter
  • Profile Books, €20

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