Thomas Pakenham
Thomas Pakenham is an esteemed Irish author and historian, renowned for his works that explore Ireland's natural heritage and the significance of its ancient trees. His book, 'Meetings with Remarkable Trees,' celebrates the beauty and ecological importance of trees, reflecting his deep appreciation for the natural world and advocating for the conservation of Ireland's unique woodlands.
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Recent news mentions
Thomas Pakenham's comprehensive standard on the subject, The Boer War, is an invaluable resource.
Addressing modern-day atrocity through a lens of historical fiction – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-09-06
Two books by Irish historian Thomas Pakenham are on sale at the used bookstall.
A party of zebras, munching rhinos, dirt roads, spectacular scenery and more – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-17
Thomas Pakenham recounts an incident in his book The Year of Liberty that illustrates the complexity of our history.
Rise of backward-looking nationalism is not the preserve of the populist right. Just ask Sinn Féin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-30
Thomas Pakenham is mentioned for his poignant writing about remarkable trees.
Ireland is waging a war on trees at a time when we need more of them – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-27
