Escape from the Anthill - 40th Anniversary EditionIn this 40th anniversary edition, discover the compelling collection of essays from one of Irelands great essayists, Hubert Butler. Escape from the Anthill is known for its erudition, elegant prose, and the depth with which Hubert Butler engages with complex issues, offering sharp insights on resisting totalitarianism and defending personal freedom. Drawing on his experiences in Europe before and after World War II, Butler offers eloquent critiques of

he left an enduring mark on international human rights law

Sarah Benson

and gives a rich description of the atmosphere of the Dublin parliament during these heady years

The essays explore problems in mathematics and mapping

French Cello Sonatas 1871-1939 is a treasure trove for cellists

to save the day

Receptive to “The noise of other people’s lives

Director of the Zurich James Joyce Foundation

A phone call made from her Dublin home in 2017 leads to Judith’s discovery

When English author William Cromer and his German lover Ingrid move to the Old Rectory nearby

Family connections and intermarriage

Irish society