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Book review: A trilogy of Maoism, one of the worst tyrannies of the 20th century

Book review: A trilogy of Maoism, one of the worst tyrannies of the 20th century

Ryle Dwyer reads a trilogy that traces the life and crimes of the tyrant responsible for the deaths of millions of his fellow countrymen. 

Sun, 19 Mar, 2017

Is it fair to point the finger at religion as primary cause of war?

Is it fair to point the finger at religion as primary cause of war?

When people engage in violence it is not because of their faith but despite it, and in fact embracing religion can help overcome human nature's natural instinct to fight, argues Margaret Hickey

Fri, 18 Dec, 2015

A witness to the waking of a world super power

Despite his Machiavellian morals, Henry Kissinger’s tale of the Asian nation’s newfound significance is a fascinating read, says TP O’Mahony.

Sat, 18 Jun, 2011