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In Time of War: Ireland, Ulster and the Price of Neutrality, 1939-45 | Robert Fisk

In Time of War: Ireland, Ulster and the Price of Neutrality, 1939-45 | Robert Fisk

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In Time of War: Ireland, Ulster and the Price of Neutrality, 1939-45

A compelling look at Ireland's wartime neutrality, the pressures behind it, and the political consequences during 1939 to 1945.

Some items on Kate's Treasures15 are chosen because they are beautiful or useful. Some are here because they meant something to my dad. He was an actor, a scriptwriter, and a serious collector of films and books that had something to say. This is one of those pieces.

This book is a reminder that neutrality is not the same as silence. It explores the difficult balancing act Ireland faced during the Second World War, with pressure coming from every direction and consequences that reached far beyond politics. Robert Fisk looks at Ireland, Ulster, diplomacy, identity, and the moral complexity behind decisions made in wartime.

If you're interested in Irish history, wartime diplomacy, or the political realities behind national neutrality, this is a thoughtful and engaging read.


📖 About This Edition

Paperback | English Language | Irish History

  • Author: Robert Fisk
  • Publisher: Paladin / Granada Publishing
  • Themes: Irish history, wartime neutrality, diplomacy, politics, identity
Condition Cover shows wear and marking. Pages show light spotting/foxing but are readable. Spine is intact and structurally sound.
Arya's Approval
Right darlings, this is the kind of history that shows how neutrality can still carry a heavy cost. It's thoughtful, politically sharp, and it does not pretend there were easy answers in 1939 to 1945. If you want to understand Ireland during the war, this one is essential.
★★★★★ 5 PAWS, Arya, Chief Drama Officer & Irish History Reviewer

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