Damian Corless Libri

Most Irish history is presented by earnest historians. Such books overlook light-hearted, lesser-told and entertaining parts of history. From the high nelly to the old school Catholic catechism, and from Daniel O'Connell's duelling pistol to the abominable musical bus of the 1970s, this is a hugely entertaining ramble through the history of Ireland

Tax & Drugs & Rock'n'Roll is the story of how an influx of British pop stars in the early 1980s was a significant catalyst in the cultural and social transformation of Ireland. Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Spandau Ballet and Def Leppard were amongst those who descended upon Dublin to endure a year of exile beyond the grasp of the UK taxman.