Unhappy the Land: The Most Oppressed People Ever, the Irish?

Exploring the social and political history of Ireland, Liam Kennedy challenges the prevalent narratives of tragedy and victimhood that shape the national consciousness. By placing pivotal historical events within a broader European context, he questions widely held beliefs about oppression and compares the Irish experience to that of other nations. Kennedy critiques the glorification of heroism and its impact on individual liberties, urging readers to reconsider their understanding of Ireland's past as it transitions into a new era.