POCKET HISTORY OF KILMAINHAM GAOL (HB)

From its opening in 1796 to finally closing its doors in 1924, Kilmainham Gaol has held an iconic place in Irish history. Built as Dublin’s County Gaol, it held hundreds of Irish patriots in its cells. It was also a place of suffering for thousands of ordinary men, women and children. Today the Gaol is a happier place, where each year hundreds of thousands of visitors enjoy learning about the lives of those who once lived within its walls. This book contains everything you need to know about one of Ireland s most popular tourist attractions.