God and the Gun: The Church and Irish Terrorism (Paperback)
Martin Dillon (author)Published: 16/03/1999
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In this astonishing and at times terrifying book, acclaimed writer and political commentator Martin Dillon examines for the first time the true role of religion in the conflict in Northern Ireland. He interviewed those directly involved--terrorists like Kenny McClinton and Billy Wright and churchmen like Father Pat Buckley--finding that the terrorists were more forthcoming than the priests and ministers. Dillon charts the history of the paramilitary forces on both sides and exposes the shocking covert role of British intelligence. He finds that, ultimately, both the church and government have failed their communities, allowing men and women of violence to fill a vacuum with bigotry and violence.
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN: 9780415923637
Number of pages: 256
Weight: 470 g
Dimensions: 229 x 152 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
"...facinating..." -- Baltimore Sun"...several good books within its covers." -- USA Today"...likely to become the reference work on the subject." -- Washington Times"An important work, containing interviews and material as disturbing as they are significant." -- The Irish Times"Martin Dillon is the greatest living authority on Irish terrorism." -- Conor Cruise O'Brien
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