Joseph McKenna Poradie kníh

This little-known yet crucial development in the Irish War of Independence is well researched and described in this over-due account.

Focusing on British involvement in the American Civil War, this history names the overseas bankers and manufacturers who, in critical need of cotton and other Confederate exports, financed and equipped the fast little ships that ran the Union blockade. číst celé

Focusing on the Easter Rising of April 1916, this account details the armed rebellion of 2,000 Irish Volunteers against British rule, aiming for an independent Irish state. It offers a day-by-day narrative from participants, highlighting personal stories of the trials, executions of rebel leaders, and the imprisonment of survivors. The book also examines the brutalities committed by both sides, supported by coroner's reports, providing a comprehensive view of this pivotal moment in Irish history.

Birmingham has long been famous for its thousand and one trades and products, one of which was brewing in the city. Joseph McKenna's latest book traces the history of brewing in Birmingham from the earliest references in the twelfth century to modern times. Retail Brewers, Victorian Breweries and more recent takeovers and mergers are considered and a detailed list of Birmingham breweries between the years 1782 and 2002 is also included. The book is complete with many illustrations, including photographs of buildings and equipment, old advertisements and images of beer bottle labels together with maps showing the location of Birmingham's breweries.