An Unsung Hero is the award winning biography of Tom Crean. This is a fascinating account of Crean's life. From his humble upbringing in West Kerry to his adventures in the Antarctic. A truly … [Read more...] about An Unsung Hero by Michael Smith
Non-Fiction
The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan
This book, compiled from basic Buddhist writings and presents a survey of Buddhist thought in India, China, and Japan. Covering the central doctrines and practices that has profoundly influenced … [Read more...] about The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan
Burned by Sam McBride
A riveting political thriller from the journalist who covered the controversy for over two years. Burned is the inside story of the shocking scandal that brought down a government. One of the most … [Read more...] about Burned by Sam McBride
The I Ching or Book of Changes
The I Ching is the world's oldest oracle; it's a book of Chinese wisdom; it's the accumulated experience of over 2,500 years of diviners and sages. Beyond that of unimaginably ancient oral … [Read more...] about The I Ching or Book of Changes
Slaughter on the Somme by Mace and Grehan
At 07.30 hours on 1 July 1916, the devastating cacophony of the Allied artillery fell silent along the front on the Somme. The ear-splitting explosions were replaced by the shrill sound of hundreds of … [Read more...] about Slaughter on the Somme by Mace and Grehan
Robert Louis Stevenson by Claire Harman
The short life of Robert Louis Stevenson (1850-94) was as adventurous as almost anything in his fiction: his travels, illness, struggles to become a writer, relationships with his volatile wife and … [Read more...] about Robert Louis Stevenson by Claire Harman
Hair of the Dog by Richard Stivers
An investigation of Irish drinking habits and problems which shatters many ethnic stereotypes and misconceptions. The book takes an interdisciplinary approach. The author presents a history of … [Read more...] about Hair of the Dog by Richard Stivers
Durer, Paintings, Drawings and Prints
Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) was a painter, printmaker and theorist of the German Renaissance. Born in Nuremberg. Durer established his reputation and influence across Europe when he was still in his … [Read more...] about Durer, Paintings, Drawings and Prints
Avenue of Spies by Alex Kershaw
The best-selling author of The Liberator brings to life the incredible true story of an American doctor in Paris, and his heroic espionage efforts during World War II The leafy Avenue Foch, one of … [Read more...] about Avenue of Spies by Alex Kershaw
Local History and Guide Books
We have a large selection of local Kerry and Irish History and Guide Books. We are featuring Landscapes of Ireland by Michael Diggin. This book contains many fine photos. All thirty two counties of … [Read more...] about Local History and Guide Books