The Royal Dublin Society, 1815-1845 (Maynooth Historical Studies) - Kevin Bright - Books - Four Courts Press - 9781851828135 - December 1, 2004
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The Royal Dublin Society, 1815-1845 (Maynooth Historical Studies)


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The period 1815-45 was seminal in the evolution of the Society into a philanthropic institution wholly independent of government. This book examines the history of the Royal Dublin Society at a time when that body was coming to terms with changes in its relationship with the state. An 18th-century foundation, the Society had both an educational and an economic development role in Ireland and founded a national museum, botanic gardens, library, and art school. Because many of its activities were developed under parliamentary patronage it was heavily dependent on government subsidies. At the same time, it insisted on asserting its independence against the encroachments of the state.

Media Books     Hardcover Book   (Book with hard spine and cover)
Released December 1, 2004
ISBN13 9781851828135
Publishers Four Courts Press
Pages 282
Dimensions 150 × 220 × 20 mm   ·   657 g   (Weight (estimated))
Language English