The Origins of the Irish

J. P. Mallory

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Thames & Hudson
01 September 2017

History; British & Irish history; Archaeology by period & region; Social & cultural anthropology

Written as an engrossing detective story by the leading authority on the subject, this book deals with the core issues and multiple influences in the creation of the Irish people as well as exploring the controversial question of the Celts and the Irish language.

Bringing together the evidence of archaeology, culture, tradition, genetics and linguistics to shed welcome new light on the age-old riddle of Irish origins, and illustrated with numerous informative line drawings and maps, this brilliantly argued book is essential reading for anyone interested in Ireland and the Irish.

By: J. P. Mallory
Imprint: Thames & Hudson
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 130mm,
Weight: 270g
ISBN: 9780500293300
ISBN 10: 0500293309
Pages: 328
Publication Date: 01 September 2017
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Preface • Introduction • 1. The Origins of Ireland • 2. First Colonists • 3. First Farmers • 4. Beakers and Metal • 5. The Rise of the Warriors • 6. The Iron Age • 7. The Native Version • 8. Skulls, Blood and Genes • 9. The Evidence of Language • 10. The Origins of the Irish

Reviews for The Origins of the Irish

'Superb and witty ... as a tour d'horizon, it is unmatched' - The Irish Times 'Mallory brilliantly synthesizes the complexities of geology, archaeology, historical/mythical sources, genetics and linguistics ... I urge you to read this brilliant book' - Minerva 'Mallory's wry, convivial style makes this complex account an effortless and enjoyable read' - Current Archaeology 'So important ... It was very difficult to put down ... Wonderful' - History Today