The Making of Marsh's Library

This volume of essays commemorates the founding of the library (1701) by examining the world into which it was born. Contributions bring together a range of perspectives on Irish society, ranging from architecture to science to political and religious cultures.

Muriel McCarthy is Keeper of Marsh's library and author of Marsh's Library: all graduates and gentlemen (FCP, 2003). Ann Simmons is Acting Deputy Keeper of the library.