Description

From its ancient foundations as a strategic Viking stronghold to its status as a bustling modern industrial hub, Limerick has always been central to the story of Munster and the wider Irish nation. Limerick: History and Society stands as a monumental publishing achievement, offering an exhaustive, authoritative look at the county’s past.

Edited and written by leading national historians, archaeologists, and geographers, this massive volume leaves no stone unturned. The chapters cover early Christian monastic sites, the dramatic sieges of the 17th century, Georgian architectural expansions, agrarian struggles, and the unique literary and sporting cultures that define Limerick’s modern character. It is a profound, beautifully synthesized study of regional identity and historical evolution.

Why this is the gold-standard regional reference:

• Interdisciplinary Reach: Gathers diverse scholarly articles spanning across geology, archaeology, sociology, and modern politics.

• Viking to Modern Era: Covers thousands of years of regional growth, including the famous 17th-century sieges and Georgian expansions.

• Invaluable for Genealogy: A massive help for family history researchers looking to anchor local names inside accurate historic context.