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We Don't Know Ourselves
Book • 2022
Fintan O’Toole's "We Don’t Know Ourselves" offers a personal and insightful exploration of modern Ireland, weaving together personal experiences with broader historical analysis.
The book examines the country's transformation from a deeply religious and conservative society to a more secular and liberal one.
O’Toole's narrative is both engaging and thought-provoking, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of Irish identity and history.
He explores the complex interplay of religion, politics, and social change, providing a nuanced perspective on the nation's journey.
The book is a valuable contribution to understanding the complexities of Irish history and its ongoing evolution.
The book examines the country's transformation from a deeply religious and conservative society to a more secular and liberal one.
O’Toole's narrative is both engaging and thought-provoking, challenging readers to reconsider their understanding of Irish identity and history.
He explores the complex interplay of religion, politics, and social change, providing a nuanced perspective on the nation's journey.
The book is a valuable contribution to understanding the complexities of Irish history and its ongoing evolution.
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William Dalrymple as a great man of letters and public intellectual, recommending his memoir for its reminiscences of Ireland in the 50s and 60s.
William Dalrymple as a great man of letters and public intellectual, recommending his memoir for its reminiscences of Ireland in the 50s and 60s.
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Recommended by Amy King for its insights into modernization and the state's remembrance of past traumas.
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Erwähnt von Misha Glenny im Gespräch mit Fintan O'Toole als eines seiner Bücher, das im letzten Jahr von der New York Times zu den fünf besten Sachbüchern in den USA gezählt wurde.
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