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There Will Be Fire: Margaret Thatcher, The Ira, And Two Minutes That Changed History,New
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**A Goodreads Choice Awards Nomination for Best History & Biography****An NPR Book We Love**A raceagainsttheclock narrative that finally illuminates a historychanging event: the IRAs attempt to assassinate Margaret Thatcher and the epic manhunt that followed.A bomb planted by the Irish Republican Army exploded at 2:54 a.m. on October 12, 1984. It was the last day of the Conservative Party Conference at the Grand Hotel in the coastal town of Brighton, England. Rooms were obliterated, dozens of people wounded, five killed. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher was in her suite when the explosion occurred; had she been just a few feet in another direction, flying tiles and masonry would have sliced her to ribbons. As it was, she survivedand history changed.There Will Be Fire is the gripping story of how the IRA came astonishingly close to killing Thatcher, in the most spectacular attack ever linked to the Northern Ireland Troubles. Journalist Rory Carroll reveals the long road to Brighton, the hideandseek between the IRA and British security services, the planting of the bomb itself, and the painstaking search for clues and suspects afterward.In There Will Be Fire, Carroll draws on his own interviews and original reporting, reveals new information, and weaves together previously unconnected threads. There Will Be Fire is journalistic nonfiction that reads like a thriller, propelled by a countdown to detonation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'There Will Be Fire'? A: 'There Will Be Fire' explores the IRA's assassination attempt on Margaret Thatcher in 1984 and the subsequent manhunt, providing a detailed narrative of the event's historical significance.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Rory Carroll, a journalist known for his insights into political events and conflicts.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'There Will Be Fire' was published on April 4, 2023.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What format is 'There Will Be Fire' available in? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in history? A: Yes, 'There Will Be Fire' is recommended for readers interested in history, particularly those focused on political events and the IRA.
- Q: What type of book is 'There Will Be Fire' classified as? A: 'There Will Be Fire' is classified as journalistic nonfiction, combining factual reporting with narrative storytelling.
- Q: Does the book provide new information about the IRA attack? A: Yes, Rory Carroll reveals new information and connections related to the IRA's assassination attempt on Margaret Thatcher.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: The target audience includes history enthusiasts, political science students, and anyone interested in the Northern Ireland Troubles.
- Q: Is there any award recognition for 'There Will Be Fire'? A: Yes, the book received a nomination for the Goodreads Choice Awards for Best History & Biography.