"Timely, original and scholarly, this book is compulsory reading for anyone interested in the history of education in Ireland and the history of modern Ireland more broadly. The compelling narrative questions various invented traditions in Irish education in the period 1900-1922…
This book examines the radical reform that occurred during the final two decades of British rule in Ireland when William Starkie (18601920) presided as Resident Commissioner for the Board. Following the lead of industrialized nations, Irish members of parliament sought to encour…
This book examines the radical reform that occurred during the final two decades of British rule in Ireland when William Starkie (18601920) presided as Resident Commissioner for the Board. Following the lead of industrialized nations, Irish members of parliament sought to encour…