The Rising

• The story of the Easter Rising of 1916 - now told for the first time from the perspective of the ordinary rank-and-file revolutionaries themselves
• Exploits recently released interviews with over 1700 eye-witnesses to provide new insights into almost every aspect of this seminal period
• Shows how ordinary people became involved in the independence struggle in the context of the Great War - and what their aspirations for a new Ireland were
• Looks at the wider context of the Rising's revolutionary aftermath and how it changed the course of Irish history

Readership: All those interested in Irish history, the struggle for Irish independence, and the Easter Rising of 1916.

Fearghal McGarry, Senior Lecturer in History, Queen's University, Belfast

"A vivid and compelling narrative that explores the thoughts, fears, and motivations of the revolutionaries in this seminal event." - The Boston Globe

"'The Rising' offers invaluable insights into the insurrection from ground level." - The Boston Globe

"McGarry offers a poignant mosaic of idealism, bravery, and humanity." - The Boston Globe

"'The Rising' is rich with tales of the acts of ordinary Dubliners." - The Boston Globe

"The novelty of the book lies in its perspective." - America

"He seamlessly weaves together these richly evocative witnesses with current historiography and narrative." - America Magazine

"A very readable, yet historically important book that will appeal to general readers and to experts." - Mary E. Daly, The Irish Times

1: The Rising Generation: Separatism in Ireland
2: Arms in Irish hands: Volunteering
3: The Soul of the Nation: War
4: Walking on Air: The Rising in Dublin
5: Glorious Forever: The Fall of the Republic
6: Charlie Weston, Are you Gone Mad? The Rising in Provincial Ireland
7: A Good End: Punishment
8: The Beginning of Ireland: Aftermath