n this startling, intensively researched book, bestselling historian shines light on a deeply troubling aspect of American history. The author examines the prominent role of the “dupe.” From the … [Read more...] about Dupes by Paul Kengor
Non-Fiction
Sailing Directions for the South & West Coasts of Ireland
The Irish Cruising Club published this 8th edition in 1993. There is a foreword by the then Commodore of the Royal Cruising Club Geoffrey Nockolds. There are plans and photos of the many harbours … [Read more...] about Sailing Directions for the South & West Coasts of Ireland
The Boy Who Followed his Father into Auschwitz by Jeremy Dronfield
This is a remarkable true story of the heroic and unbreakable bond between a father and son. In 1939, Gustav Kleinmann, a Jewish upholster from Vienna, and his sixteen-year-old son Fritz are … [Read more...] about The Boy Who Followed his Father into Auschwitz by Jeremy Dronfield
The Earls of Desmond by Gerald O’Carroll
The complicated history of the Earls of Desmond has been deciphered into a readable format. Superbly researched and written, Gerald O’Carroll’s work is a resource of excellence for students of … [Read more...] about The Earls of Desmond by Gerald O’Carroll
Towards Ireland Free and Brother against Brother by Liam Deasy
Towards Ireland Free is the story of one of the leaders of the War of Independence. In this account of the War of Independence in West Cork, he vividly recreates the tense and hope-filled atmosphere … [Read more...] about Towards Ireland Free and Brother against Brother by Liam Deasy
Three Books About Kerry In Irish
We are featuring three scarce books about Kerry in the Irish language. Corca Dhuibhne le Doncha ÓConchur (signed by the Author) Céad Blian 1871 - 1971 le Micheál Ó Ciosáin Cnoc an Fhomhair … [Read more...] about Three Books About Kerry In Irish
Kerry Memories by Bertha Beatty
First published in 1939, this 2007 reprint of Kerry Memories features the recollections of Bertha Beatty (Nee Creagh) who was born in Listowel in 1878. Many of the stories included are from her … [Read more...] about Kerry Memories by Bertha Beatty
The Ancient and Present State of the County of Kerry by Charles Smith
This scholarly work was first published in 1756. In 1979 Mercier Press reprinted the book. The revised edition was published in modern English. However, the maps and illustrations were reproductions … [Read more...] about The Ancient and Present State of the County of Kerry by Charles Smith
Limerick Lace by Nellie Ó Cléirigh & Veronica Rowe
This work on Limerick Lace is divided into three sections. The first deals with the invention of the lace and its history; the second looks at Mrs Florence Vere O'Brien and her contribution to the … [Read more...] about Limerick Lace by Nellie Ó Cléirigh & Veronica Rowe
Rebels At The Double by Eamonn Young
This is an account of Cork's historic Hurling and Football triumph of 1990. The book was published just before Christmas in 1990 to ensure maximum sales. For the record Cork beat Galway in the … [Read more...] about Rebels At The Double by Eamonn Young