The notion of violence as a commonplace aspect of both Irish political and social life in the 20th century. From the Easter Rebellion in 1916, to the IRA and their paramilitary efforts; violence, on a state sponsored as well as in extra-military affairs, has persistently served to shape life in Ireland. From the center of this conflict and turmoil arose a young military man, Michael Collins. In his detailed account, Michael Collins: The Man Who Made …showed first 75 words of 2588 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2588 total…to his work on Michael Collins, he has also produced definitive works on Irish history and the IRA. His scholarship is the foremost of authorities concerning Irish history and the Irish people. Tim Pat Coogan does an outstanding job accounting for the life of Michael Collins and for anyone desiring to learn about the man, his legend, or the times surrounding his life this is a great read and I strongly recommend it to all.