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Ireland's Wild Plants
Ireland's wild plants have been part of our culture and folklore from the earliest times, featuring in the Brehon Laws, early Irish poetry and herbal medicine. Plants are described …
Ireland's Trees
Niall Mac Coitir brings to life the myths, legends and folklore associated with native Irish trees, much of which persists to this day. Two main themes emerge: the tree as a marker …
On the Banks
In a city celebrated for its poets and songwriters, On the Banks takes us on a lyrical tour of life, love, work and childhood in Cork. This captivating collection shares the best …
Cycling Munster
This guidebook is all you need to explore the highways and byways of Munster, Ireland on two wheels. Each route is prefaced with summary information and illustrated with a …
The Flame and the Candle
This is the story of Mayo men and women active during the War of Independence and the Civil War, a story largely untold or forgotten. Throughout, there is an attempt at real …
Ireland's Best Walks
In a country richly endowed with wild mountain ranges, secluded valleys and untamed coastlines, the best natural landscapes can only be explored on foot. Here are over sixty of the …
Move, Train, Nourish
Dominic and Grainne are a husband-and-wife team who understand that, although health and fitness are largely sold to us by younger people, they are not the preserve of the young. …
Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way
Boasting ancient tombs, atmospheric castles and sacred retreats, the Wild Atlantic Way is alive with treasures to explore. Beginning in Kinsale, Neil Jackman guides us northwards …
Ship of Seven Murders
In 1828, the'Mary Russell' sailed into Cork Harbour from theWest Indies. Seven crewmen lay in themain saloon, brutally murdered by the captain. His trial was a sensation as …
UNSUNG HERO
The story of the remarkable Tom Crean who ran away to sea aged 15 and played a memorable role in Antarctic exploration. He spent more time in the unexplored Antarctic than Scott or …
Ireland's Garden Birds
An essential companion for bird lovers and gardeners alike since it was first published, this highly successful guide to identifying garden birds has now been fully updated with …
Blasket Islandman
Tomas O Criomhthain (1856-1937) is one of the giants of Irish-language literature. His best-known books, Allagar na hInise and An tOileanach, are acknowledged classics. But he was …