History (Theses): Recent submissions
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The 4th Earl of Dunraven, 1841–1926: a study of his contribution to the emerging Ireland at the beginning of the 20th century
(Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, 2003)The 4th earl of Dunraven was born in Adare in 1841 into one of the wealthiest landed families in Ireland. Succeeding to the title in 1871 he was the quintessential Irish peer, engrossing himself in travel and adventure, ... -
The provision of disability services in Limerick 1930-1990
(2013-12-18)This thesis explores the evolution of services for the disabled in Limerick from the 1930s to end of the twentieth century. It examines the development of services, the prominent role of religion and the church in this ... -
The Portrayal of Madness in the Limerick Press 1772-1845
(Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, 2013-10-21)This thesis examines the treatment of madness and the mad in the Irish provincial newspaper press between 1772 and 1843. It concentrates largely on the Limerick press, contextualising its treatment of the subject by reference ... -
Peasants into patriots: instruments of radical politicisation in Clare 1800-1907
(2011)This thesis charts the evolution and identifies the role of radical nationalism in County Clare in the period 1860 to 1907. Building on the work of Weber on French popular politicisation, this work traces the growth of ...