Michael Collins

by Colm Connolly

Michael Collins was a powerful man whose charm, intelligence, and oratorical prowess propelled him to the forefront of the Irish fight for independence from Britain. Seventy-five years after his death, his memory still resonates throughout Irish history. 200 photos and illustrations, many in colour.

Genres: Ireland, History, Irish Literature

96 pages, Hardcover

First published June 10, 1996

About the author

Colm Connolly was an Irish journalist and newsreader, best known for his work with RTÉ News.

Reviews

[Kelly Redmond · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book. Great pictures and information.

[Tony · Rating 3 out of 5]

This coffee table style book really informed me about a man I knew nothing about but was an important figure in Irish history.

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't really know much about the history of Ireland, and the struggle for independence from England. This book tells the story of Michael Collins and his role in Irish history. It includes many photos taken of Collins and other prominent people during that period in time which greatly enhance the story. It provided a good introduction to the Irish struggle for independence, although at times it went into too much detail for a beginner!

[Douglas Hayes · Rating 4 out of 5]

I quite enjoyed this short book (read it in about 3 hours) both because it has pictures that help to give life to the history of the time, but also because it filled in a number of holes in my understanding of the 1916 rising and the subsequent history.

[Liam · Rating 4 out of 5]

great

[Doc Kinne · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good overview on the life of Gen. Collins. If you're not into a book length biography, this is the one to get.