The book "History of Ireland and the Irish Question" by Goldwyn Smith is an important scientific work that examines in detail the history of Ireland, its cultural and political aspects. The author deeply analyzed the historical events that shaped the modern Irish state and society, paying attention to the complex issues that arose in the course of this process. In his book, Smith considers not only historical facts, but also tries to answer questions related to Irish identity, problems of relations between Catholics and Protestants, as well as national aspirations of the Irish. Irish History and the Irish Question is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history and politics, as well as for anyone seeking to better understand the complex aspects of Irish society and statehood.