The fascinating history of Dublin, interwoven with the story of a fictional family in the city. Dublin occupies a unique place in Ireland's social and cultural history and in this book Maurice Curtis explores the fascinating story and its significance for not only the people of Dublin but for one family in particular. A landmark book that is a voyage of discovery about a heroic city's heritage, history and culture, the story is intertwined with that of a family and its incredible struggle for survival in the face of great adversity and tragedy. In this story we are introduced to some of the famous characters that populated and influenced the kind of city we have today. Here too, we discover the iconic areas of the city including the Liberties, Monto, Hell and Temple Bar.
