A History of Irish Farming, 1750-1950
A History of Irish Farming, 1750-1950

Author: Jonathan Bell

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13:

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The changing methods of crop and livestock production during the 'Age of Improvement' in Ireland, and some of the ways in which they shaped rural society and the landscape. It shows how sensible farmers were, in developing systems and techniques that fitted their resources, or lack of them, making Ireland a major agricultural producer, and overcoming huge environmental and social obstacles to ensure the survival of millions of people. -- Publisher description

Cattle Lords and Clansmen
Cattle Lords and Clansmen

Author: Nerys T. Patterson

Publisher: University of Notre Dame Pess

Published: 1994-04-30

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 0268161461

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In Cattle Lords and Clansmen, Nerys Patterson provides an analysis of the social structure of medieval Ireland, focusing on the pre-Norman period. By combining difficult, often fragmentary primary sources with sociological and anthropological methods, Patterson produces a unique approach to the study of early Ireland—one that challenges previous scholarship. The second edition includes a chapter on seasonal rhythm, material derived from Patterson’s post-1991 publications, and an updated bibliography. The second edition includes a chapter on seasonal rhythm, material derived from Patterson’s post-1991 publications, and an updated bibliography.