Dwelling Place of Dragons by Marjorie Harshaw Robie is a deeply researched account of two pivotal decades in Irish history, told through the intersecting lives of three Protestant men from Ulster who defied the sectarian divide to support Irish independence. Drawing on the experiences of Irish nationalist James Harshaw, his nephew and revolutionary John Martin, and editor George Henderson, Robie presents a compelling portrait of Ireland’s 19th-century political struggles—from the 1830 peace conference through the Irish Famine—through an uncommon Protestant lens. This work brings to life Ireland’s descent into rebellion and war, illuminating how unity across religious lines briefly emerged during a time of violent upheaval.
 
This 2006 paperback is in good condition with minor wear and light discoloration. A well-preserved and highly readable copy of a lesser-known but valuable contribution to Irish historical literature.