Belfast Both Sides Now
“Belfast Both Sides Now” by Bill Meulemans, published by Create Space in 2013, offers a detailed exploration of the Northern Ireland conflict from the perspectives of both communities involved. This edition spans 434 pages and is presented in English. Meulemans employs a journalistic style, drawing on his extensive experience living and working among the working-class people of Belfast for 11 years while on the politics faculty at The Queen’s University of Belfast. The book aims to provide insights into the origins and ongoing nature of the conflict, ensuring that both sides have an equal voice.
Readers will find a thorough examination of the historical and social factors that contribute to the enduring strife in Northern Ireland. The narrative delves into themes of political science, peace, and the religious dimensions of the conflict, including the roles of Christianity, Catholicism, and Protestantism. This work is designed for those who may not have a deep background in the subject, making it accessible while shedding light on the complexities of the situation.
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“Belfast: Both Sides Now,” by Bill Meulemans, tells the story of the Northern Ireland conflict through the eyes of both communities. Each side has an equal voice inside one book. The author writes in a journalistic style. He went out on the street to find out why the conflict started and why it will not end soon. When these warring groups are dissected, it becomes clear that they are driven by an ancient dispute that feeds on itself. Meulemans lived and worked among the working-class people of Belfast for 11 years while he was on the politics faculty of The Queen’s University of Belfast. The book is for the reader who does not have an extensive background on the subject. It is 400 pages and is available on Amazon.
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