John Dorney Boeken

Within the space of just a dozen years, Ireland was completely transformed. From being a superficially loyal part of the British Empire, it emerged as a self-governing State. How and why did Ireland go from welcoming royalty in 1912 to independence in 1922? In this exciting new history, John Dorney, historian and editor of The Irish Story website, explores the years between 1912 and 1924, which saw momentous change and violent upheaval in Ireland. He examines the roots of the revolution that happened in those turbulent years, using the experiences of the men and women of the time to uncover its real causes

A fascinating history of motion pictures through the lens of the Academy Awards, Best Pick provides a decade-by-decade look at the Oscars by examining the Best Picture winners, highest-grossing films, and biggest misses alongside a discussion of the trends, innovations, and stories that defined the decade.