Tony Connelly is a respected journalist whose work offers profound insights into European affairs. Drawing on extensive experience in European politics and international relations, his writing delves into the complexities of European stereotypes and identity. Connelly's style is incisive and analytical, providing readers with a sharp perspective on how European nations perceive each other and how these perceptions shape their relationships. His literary contributions are a valuable resource for understanding contemporary Europe.
More than any other journalist, RTE's long-time Brussels correspondent Tony Connelly has been helping the public make sense of the implications of Brexit for Ireland. Now, he tells the dramatic inside story of the Irish response to this political and economic earthquake and lays out the agenda for the uncertain years ahead
RTÉ’s Tony Connelly has produced an intriguing, thought-provoking, hilarious and sometimes poignant grand tour through European stereotypes. From the bailouts to the Euro-crisis, from the rise of Frau Merkel to the dalliances of the French presidents, Connelly does a brilliant job skewering the lies and truths of European stereotypes. A lot has happened in the nearly five years since Tony Connelly published the first edition of Don’t Mention the Wars to great acclaim. In this revised and updated edition, Connelly revisits every chapter and explores the news and the rich parade of events that have happened in that time.