Ciara Meehan Knihy

Told through the lens of its leaders and Taoisigh, Saving the State is the fascinating story of Fine Gael, from the wilderness years to the achievements in government, defeats and crises, the partnerships and the leadership. Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding how Fine Gael came to be the party it is today.

"This pioneering collection focuses on the politics and economics of the island of Ireland in the aftermath of the struggle for Independence. It overturns traditional thinking on the formation of the Irish state, the birth of democracy and national identity in modern Ireland. Included is a fascinating study of the Shannon hyro-electric posters and the birth of the Senate."--Publisher's website.