The kings of Aileach and the Vikings, ad 800–1060 by Darren McGettigan (review)

Abstract

his plan only vaguely touches on this highly important aspect in his assertion that Irish be presented as a complement, not a challenge, to English within Ireland. Nevertheless, this book does several useful things. It provides an introduction into the present state of Irish in Ireland, including the challenges of learning it. It makes clear that a multi-pronged approach will be needed to bring it back as a language of primary daily use. It makes clear that whatever future efforts are made will be met with practical, social, and political challenges.