A collection of essays and speeches made by the famous Irish nationalist, Michael Collins. This collection spells out Collins' vision for the future of Ireland, as well as his analysis of its past. Parts of this book were written in the anguish of a civil war in which Collins saw his country torn apart while seeking to establish and defend democracy, liberty, and stability. Michael Collins' overall vision is still inspiring, he saw the necessity for open trade, for investment and management, and for putting the "national economy on a sound footing." The Path to Freedom distills Collins' political thoughts and offers his unique insights into Ireland's troubled history.