Description

Armagh: History and Society – Interdisciplinary Essays on the History of an Irish County is an authoritative reference work that presents an in-depth exploration of one of Ireland’s most historically significant counties. Edited by distinguished historians A. J. Hughes and William Nolan, this substantial volume forms part of the celebrated Irish County History and Society series published by Geography Publications. Spanning more than 1,000 pages, it brings together thirty original essays by leading experts from the fields of history, archaeology, geography, linguistics, folklore, and religious studies.

The collection traces the story of County Armagh from its earliest prehistoric settlements through the medieval period and into the modern age. Topics include ancient archaeology, the origins of place names, the influence of Saint Patrick and the ecclesiastical capital of Armagh, Gaelic society, the Plantation of Ulster, political and religious change, agriculture, industry, education, literature, language, architecture, and the county’s social and economic development. The essays place Armagh within local, national, and European contexts, highlighting the interactions between native traditions and successive waves of newcomers that helped shape the county’s distinctive identity.

Richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and scholarly references, Armagh: History and Society is an indispensable resource for historians, genealogists, students, researchers, and anyone with an interest in Irish history or the heritage of County Armagh. Combining academic excellence with accessible scholarship, it remains one of the definitive works on the county’s past and an essential addition to any Irish history collection.