Dublin Castle - History -

Near Fine Condition First Edition Hardback, 1999, on its history.

Dublin Castle in the Life of the Irish Nation is a comprehensive chronicle of the history and heritage of this famous site. It recounts the social, political and human events that have shaped the Castle and its importance to the Irish people - from the arrival of the Celts and Vikings to the Norman conquests and subsequent English invasions, right up to the present day.

Studded with illustrations throughout, this insightful and fascinating book brings to life the various physical aspects of the Castle, together with the tales of heroism, adventure, tragedy and patriotism which surround its environs.

In Dublin Castle in the Life of the Irish Nation, Peter Costello provides not only a fascinating history, but also a guide to the Castle for the modern visitor.

This beautifully crafted book is essential reading, not only for the native Dubliner, but also for anyone with an interest in history and the land of Ireland. Dublin Castle in the Life of the Irish Nation is the first book to investigate fully the origins of this great European fortress, which was once known as 'Ireland's Bastille'.