"...the work is impressively inclusive, covering people...places...and numerous events...that shaped the country's cultural and political landscape."
Library Journal
"Written by an established authority on Ireland, this work will be useful for academic and public libraries interested in Irish studies. Recommended."
Choice
"...a well-researched and well-written encyclopedia. It should be an important purchase for public and academic libraries with a strong demand for information on Irish history."
Booklist