The Making of the Irish Constitution, 1937

by Dermot Keogh, Dermot Keogh

An exploration of the sources of Ireland's constitution. This meticulously researched book draws on extensive primary sources to put the Irish constitution in a clear historical perspective.
Using accessible language the authors examine the political context of the conception of the constitution in 1930s Ireland against the background of constitutional developments since the foundation of the state. They follow its passage through the drafting process, identifying and clarifying the precise roles of legal, administrative and religious personnel who contributed to the making of this extremely important document, which defined the nature of the modern Irish state.

511 pages, Hardcover

First published January 15, 2007

About the author

Dermot Keogh was Professor of History and Emeritus Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration Studies at University College Cork.