Ireland, West Germany and the New Europe, 1949-73

Discover the groundbreaking work of Mervyn O'Driscoll in Ireland, West Germany and the New Europe, 1949-73, published by Manchester University Press in 2018. This insightful book spans 280 pages and offers a pioneering analysis of a pivotal period in European history. O'Driscoll meticulously examines the era from the establishment of the Republic of Ireland and the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) in 1949, leading up to Ireland and Britain's entry into the EEC in 1973.

Utilizing previously unexploited original sources from both Ireland and Germany, this study dramatically re-envisions the foundations of contemporary Ireland. Ideal for historians, students, and anyone interested in the intricate dynamics of European integration and national identity, this book is a must-read for understanding the complexities of this transformative period.