Global Ireland | Same Difference | Tom Inglis - Taylor & Francis eBooks
: How symbols like Riverdance became global commodities that still signal "Irishness". Global Ireland: Same Difference (Globalizing Re...
Not long ago, Ireland was one of the poorest and most traditional countries in Europe. Today, it is a wealthy, knowledge-based economy. Inglis argues that this wasn't just an economic shift; it was a cultural revolution. Using case studies—like the arrival of a Japanese factory in a small village—he reveals how global markets and media have reshaped everything from our daily habits to our deepest sense of self. The Core Theme: "Same Difference" Global Ireland | Same Difference | Tom Inglis