In 1969, less than two weeks after leaving office as President of France, General De Gaulle arrived in Ireland for a six week stay. He and his wife stayed quietly in Kerry and Connemara, observing at … [Read more...] about De Gaulle and Ireland edited by Pierre Joannon
Non-Fiction
An Bíobla Naofa
An Bíobla Naofa is a translation of the Bible into Irish by Monsignor Pádraig Ó Fiannachta. Monsignor Ó Fiannachta's love for the Irish language and Irish culture and folklore was evident in all his … [Read more...] about An Bíobla Naofa
Harry Clarke’s War by Marguerite Helmers
The full title of the book is - Harry Clarke's War Illustrations for Ireland's Memorial Records 1914 - 1918. Ireland's Memorial Records, 1914-1918 contain the names of 49,435 enlisted men who were … [Read more...] about Harry Clarke’s War by Marguerite Helmers
Irish Country Furniture 1700 – 1950 by Claudia Kinmonth
This book-the first study of vernacular furniture in Ireland. The author investigates the origins and distribution of the common furniture of the Irish people. The book is a fascinating and lavishly … [Read more...] about Irish Country Furniture 1700 – 1950 by Claudia Kinmonth
Serving a City by Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil & Donal Ó Drisceoil
The books full title is Serving a City - The Story of Cork's English Market. The English Market is Ireland's most famous food emporium. The market has been serving the city of Cork since 1788. It … [Read more...] about Serving a City by Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil & Donal Ó Drisceoil
Butler’s Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler
Butler's Lives of the Saints is the most revered Catholic book after the Bible, the Missal and The Imitation of Christ. A Saint or two for each day of the calendar. These books are great for a daily … [Read more...] about Butler’s Lives of the Saints by Alban Butler
B’fhiú an Braon Fola le Seámas Ó Maoileóin
We are lucky to feature B'fhiú an Braon Fola le Seámas Ó Maoileóin and its English translation Blood on the Flag. The translation was carried out by Patrick Twohig. Seámas Ó Maoileóin or James … [Read more...] about B’fhiú an Braon Fola le Seámas Ó Maoileóin
Johnny O’Leary of Sliabh Luachra – edited by Terry Moylan
The sub title of the book is Dance Music from the Cork - Kerry Border. Sliabh Luachra, in the heart of Munster, is home to a unique style of traditional Irish music. The great fiddle-player Padraig … [Read more...] about Johnny O’Leary of Sliabh Luachra – edited by Terry Moylan
Sorcerer’s Screed complied by Jochum Magnus Eggertsson
Book Sold The full title of this book is Sorcerer's Screed - The Icelandic Book of Magic Spells. We like nothing better than displaying rare and unusual books. This is the most unusual book of … [Read more...] about Sorcerer’s Screed complied by Jochum Magnus Eggertsson
Kenmare – History and Survival by Colum Kenny
The full title of this book is; Kenmare - History and Survival - Fr John O'Sullivan and the Famine Poor. This is the story of a remarkable man’s (Fr John O'Sullivan) efforts to help starving people … [Read more...] about Kenmare – History and Survival by Colum Kenny