Death and Dying in the Middle Ages examines medical facts and communal arrangements, as well as religious and popular beliefs and rituals concerning the end of life in Western societies. It studies … [Read more...] about Death and Dying in the Middle Ages Edited by DuBruck & Gusick
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The Toilet Papers by Sam Van der Ryn
A classic is back in print! One of the favorite books of 1970s back-to-the-landers, The Toilet Papers is an informative, inspiring, and irreverent look at how people have dealt with their wastes … [Read more...] about The Toilet Papers by Sam Van der Ryn
Tralee – Street by Street History compiled Donal O’Shea
This directory and guide was published in the early 80's. The author gives a short history of the main streets in the town. There are various advertisements contained in the … [Read more...] about Tralee – Street by Street History compiled Donal O’Shea
Tralee’s Old Stock Reminisce complied by Mick O’Neill
We have the complete set of Tralee's Old Stock Reminisce. We have all five parts for sale. Parts one and two are now rare and scare. If you are interested in purchasing the complete set of books, … [Read more...] about Tralee’s Old Stock Reminisce complied by Mick O’Neill
Tralee Newsletter 1971 – 1972
This is a rare surviving newsletter from 1972 featuring Tralee. There is an introduction from Fr. John Murphy PP of St. John's Church. Seamus Keating the Kerry County Manager gives his thoughts on … [Read more...] about Tralee Newsletter 1971 – 1972
St. Finan’s Hospital Killarney
This book commemorates the history of St Finan's Hospital, Killarney. Through its Medical, Social and Sporting History. from 1852 to 2002. The book has been edited by Dermot Dwyer. Part One … [Read more...] about St. Finan’s Hospital Killarney
Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E Frankel
Psychiatrist Viktor Frankl's memoir of life in Nazi death camps has riveted generations of readers. Based on Frankl's own experience and the stories of his patients. The book argues that we cannot … [Read more...] about Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E Frankel
The Gates Flew Open by Peadar O’Donnell
Peadar O'Donnell joined the IRA and led Guerilla activities in Donegal and Derry during the Irish War of Independence. He was arrested and became involved in organizing a hunger strike among the … [Read more...] about The Gates Flew Open by Peadar O’Donnell
God is No Laughing Matter by Julia Cameron
In God Is No Laughing Matter, bestselling author Julia Cameron takes a witty, honest, and irreverent look at the culture of "spirituality" today. She offers insight to enable readers to determine … [Read more...] about God is No Laughing Matter by Julia Cameron
Banned in Ireland by Julia Carlson
This collection of interviews was edited for Article 19: International Centre on Censorship. A watchdog organization named for Article 19 of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Ireland's … [Read more...] about Banned in Ireland by Julia Carlson