An Olive Branch in Ireland and Its History. London: Macmillan, 1910. First Edition. Pp xxxix, 473, uncut. Green cloth boards, title in gilt to spine. Light shelf-wear, gift inscription & ink stamps to half-title, otherwise a nice bright copy.

Frontispiece plate of the Author, with Author’s presentation inscription to title page.

A significant political work that reflects the turbulent era of Irish land reform and Home Rule debates in the early 20th century.

William O’Brien (1852–1928) was a prominent Irish nationalist, journalist, and MP who played a key role in the Land League, the United Irish League, and the All-for-Ireland League.