Centred on Kilmainham Gaol and its pivotal political, military and social part in Irish history – from its opening in 1796 to closure in 1924 – the Kilmainham Tales series explores and retells the story of the people and movements which shaped – or were shaped by – that history. Each book is complete in itself, and ranges from individual Tales (e.g. Bully’s Acre, Arbour Hill), organisations (e.g.
Fenians, Kilmainham Gaol Restoration) to events (e.g. the burning of the Custom House in 1921*) essential to our understanding of Irish history. With an impressive list of planned titles, this is a series to watch ... and read. Although small in size these books are not small in scope. Each book is up to c.15,000 words in length, fully illustrated, some with specially commissioned illustrations or photographs. Each book is written by an expert on that subject, and intended to be a thorough but accessible introduction to or overview of its subjects. For ease of access and reference each book contains a comprehensive index and bibliography. These Kilmainham Tales are making history, accessibly.
*Due in 2013
