"This introduction explores many of the social, political, and economic issues and developments which have helped to shape modern Ireland. As well as presenting a clear and accessible account of the past 200 years of Irish history. Senia Paseta also provides a fresh and impartial introduction to the complexities of this small island."--BOOK JACKET.

Includes maps of: Modern Ireland - Towns, Counties, and Provinces; Nationalists - MPs Elected, July 1886.

The Act of Union --The Catholic question -- Land questions -- National questions -- The end of the Union -- Independent Ireland -- Northern Ireland since 1922 -- Modern Ireland.