The Republic of Ireland has won its status as a leading contributor to international peacekeeping operations, which has been its key "foreign policy" since the 1960s. But why is Ireland so keen to be involved? This title attempts to answer this and other questions.

An overview of the history and structure of irony, this guide traces its use through history, from Greek times to the Romantic period and on to the postmodern era. It looks closely at the work of Socrates and the more contemporary theorists; explores the philosophical, literary and political dimensions; and applies theories to literary texts.

Explores the foundations of controversies and confusions in inclusive education by tracing the historical origins of both special and inclusive education, offering propositions for moving inclusive education forward.

The individual contributions in this volume investigate what exactly is Islamophobia, how it can be explained and how it is related to similar social phenomena such as xenophobia and anti-Semitism.