This major new anthology of writing about Ulster presents a complex, stimulating and often surprising portrait of the historic province. Meticulously selected by respected anthropologist Patricia Craig, the views expressed in this book are sometimes critical, sometimes celebratory, frequently controversial and always outspoken, representing Ulster's strong and varied literary history. Ranging from the early seventeenth century to the present day, the writers featured include, among many others, Seamus Heaney, John Hewitt, Robert Harbinson, Michael McLaverty, Louis Maceice, E Estyn Evans and Conor Cruise O'Brien.