The Irish Question: I, History of an Idea; II, Lessons of the Election (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. E. Gladstone

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656133848 ISBN 13: 9780656133840

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Rethinking Ireland and self-government through Gladstone’s perspective

A insightful collection that explains the long political journey toward Irish autonomy and the lessons drawn from recent elections. It ties historical arguments to present opportunities for policy and union.

From the author’s experiences, the book maps how Ireland’s demand for a domestic legislature evolved, the conditions tied to any such step, and how political strategy interacts with national unity. It offers a careful, principle-driven view of how constitutional change might be pursued without destabilizing the empire.

• See the guiding principles the author believes must accompany any Irish self-government plan.
• Understand how different parts of the United Kingdom viewed the question in light of elections and public debates.
• Explore how national identities within the UK could shape future governance and federation ideas.
• Learn how political rhetoric and parliamentary strategy interact with real policy change.

Ideal for readers of British political history and those seeking a grounded view of Ireland’s place in the United Kingdom.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656133848
• ISBN 13: 9780656133840
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 70