The purpose of this book is to examine the experience of the footwear industry after independence in 1922. This industry was an important one in Ireland because it was well suited to government needs. … [Read more...] about The Footwear Industry in Ireland 1922 – 1973 by Jon Press
Non-Fiction
Images of Irish Nature by Mike Brown
A beautiful collection of over 130 stunning photographic images by acclaimed West Cork photographer Mike Brown. In this second book, Mike explores some different styles of wildlife image with … [Read more...] about Images of Irish Nature by Mike Brown
De Gaulle and Ireland edited by Pierre Joannon
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
An BÃobla Naofa
An BÃobla 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 BÃobla 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