This book is a collection of new research relating to Irish women's history. It is presented in sections on the themes of work, religion, political participatio

From patriots to pirates, warriors to writers, and mistresses to male impersonators, this book looks at the unorthodox lives of inspiring Irish women. In times

This volume examines Irish women's many and varied political and public roles from the 18th century through to the 20th century. Throughout such an analysis, ma

An exciting collection of essays revealing the tremendous diversity of women's experiences in Ireland's past. For the first time, this unique book draws togethe

The first general survey of the history of women in early modern Ireland. Based on an impressive range of source material, it presents the results of original r