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Gerry Adams

    Gerard Adams ist ein irischer republikanischer Politiker und Mitglied des Westminster-Parlaments. Er ist Vorsitzender der Sinn Féin, einer Partei, die eine Schlüsselrolle im irischen Friedensprozess spielt. Unter seiner Führung hat sich die Partei auf ausschließlich demokratische Politik verlagert und beteiligt sich aktiv an der nordirischen Versammlung.

    Strade di Belfast
    Falls Memories
    An Irish Eye
    Free Ireland
    Bevor es Tag wird
    • An Irish Eye

      • 319 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      The recent years covered by this unique book have witnessed significant developments in Irish republicanism and the broader politics of Ireland. Key moments include the IRA's 2005 decision to end its armed campaign and Sinn Féin's 2007 choice to support the policing and justice system, marking historic change. The author shares his perspective on these events through articles and speeches, offering insight, passion, and humor. His narrative provides an unparalleled view of pivotal moments in recent history, taking readers behind the scenes of events that continue to shape Irish society. The book includes his historical appeal to the IRA and his call for Sinn Féin's support of the policing system, making it essential for anyone seeking to understand contemporary Irish politics. Beyond the peace process, the author reflects on visits to the Basque country, the Middle East, South Africa, and the USA, as well as commenting on the Celtic Tiger and various aspects of modern Irish life. He critiques the establishment, shares personal and humorous anecdotes, and includes a selection of poems written in Irish, blending serious themes with lighter moments.

      An Irish Eye2007
    • Strade di Belfast

      Storie di vita quotidiana sullo sfondo della lotta di liberazione irlandese

      • 152 Seiten
      • 6 Lesestunden

      Vite ordinarie in situazioni straordinarie. Storie quotidiane di una comunità immersa nel conflitto tra il Movimento Repubblicano irlandese e l'esercito britannico.

      Strade di Belfast2000
      3,8
    • Bevor es Tag wird

      • 412 Seiten
      • 15 Lesestunden

      Vertrauter der IRA und Architekt des Friedensprozesses in Nordirland, Taktiker und Volkstribun, Abgeordneter und "Staatsfeind" - Gerry Adams' Name steht für den schwierigen Aufbruch eines zerrissenen Landes aus dem Bürgerkrieg zum Frieden. Lange Zeit aus den britischen Medien und der öffentlichen Diskussion um sein Land verbannt, gibt Gerry Adams in dieser Autobiographie erstmals Einblick in sein Leben.

      Bevor es Tag wird1996
      3,3
    • Free Ireland

      Towards a Lasting Peace

      • 256 Seiten
      • 9 Lesestunden

      In 1986 Gerry Adams published 'The Politics of Irish Freedom', his personal statement of the meaning and motivation of Irish Republicanism. In this new book he updates his earlier work and brings his account of Republican politics up to the present day. Against a background of tumultuous upheaval in Northern Ireland, he discusses the role of Republicanism in creating conditions for peace, looks at the future of Ireland and examines the position of the other key players in securing change.

      Free Ireland1995
      4,0
    • Falls Memories

      • 152 Seiten
      • 6 Lesestunden

      Falls Road looks completely different now from when Gerry Adams was a child living on it. Many of the businesses, houses, and landmarks have been demolished in favor of new developments. Even when Adams first wrote his memoir of Falls Road in 1982, many of these places were still around.

      Falls Memories1982