Patrick Pearse: A Life in Pictures
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Patrick Pearse: A Life in Pictures by Brian Crowley
The images in this book tell the remarkable and unique story of Patrick Pearse, the leader of the 1916 Rising. They trace the story of his life from his childhood through to his various incarnations as barrister, writer, teacher and rebel. Pearse grew up living over his father's sculpture yard and this created an appreciation and love of beautiful things. His deep awareness of the power of spectacle and images pervaded everything he did. This is reflected in the striking photographs in this book. These include stunning views of Scoil Éanna, the radical and experimental school he ran in the Dublin Mountains. It can also be seen in the spectacular heroic-themed plays and pageants he wrote and produced. Gathered together for the first time, this collection of images and photographs offers a unique insight into one of the most significant figures in 20th century Irish history.
Brian Crowley is the curator of the Pearse Museum at St. Enda's in Rathfarnham, Dublin. Originally from Naas, Co. Kildare, he studied English and History in Trinity College and then completed a Masters in Museology in the University of East Anglia. He has been working at the Pearse Museum since 2001 and is also a director of the Irish Museum's Association and has served as editor of its journal, 'Museums Ireland'.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781781171332 |
| ISBN 10 | 1781171335 |
| Title | Patrick Pearse: A Life in Pictures |
| Author | Brian Crowley |
| Series | Life In Pictures |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | The Mercier Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2013-08-16 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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