An account of the remarkable scientists who discovered that nuclear fission was possible. The scientists then became concerned about its implications. This is the most interesting historical work … [Read more...] about Brighter than a Thousand Suns by Robert Jungk
Non-Fiction
Miracle Juices by Amanda Cross
Make the best smoothies with the help of this guide. The author has over 50 nutritious juices that help combat specific ailments such as asthma and high blood pressure. The juices are quick and … [Read more...] about Miracle Juices by Amanda Cross
Commando Joe by Joe Fournier
Lt. Joseph Fournier would not be considered a particularly formidable man by today's standards. Yet at five feet eleven inches and 161lbs, he was often described as a large, strong man, more likely … [Read more...] about Commando Joe by Joe Fournier
Forged in Green and Gold by Jimmy O’Sullivan Darcy
To help us prepare for the All Ireland Football Final on 1st September we are featuring Forged in Green and Gold. This book celebrates 125 years of Kerry GAA. There are many interesting … [Read more...] about Forged in Green and Gold by Jimmy O’Sullivan Darcy
Doped by Jamie Reid
In March 1962 an audacious attempt to nobble one of the royal horses alerted police to a well organised band of racecourse criminals, backed by murderous London gangsters. The subsequent Flying … [Read more...] about Doped by Jamie Reid
War and an Irish Town by Eamonn McCann
To mark the 50th Anniversary of the arrival of British troops in Derry, we are featuring War and an Irish Town. This book describes the people involved in the conflict. It also describes the … [Read more...] about War and an Irish Town by Eamonn McCann
John Charles McQuaid by John Cooney
This is the definitive biography of the divisive Archbishop of Dublin. McQuaid was known as the 'Ruler of Catholic Ireland'. The politicians, of the time, were afraid to make decisions that would … [Read more...] about John Charles McQuaid by John Cooney
The Age of the Warrior by Robert Fisk
A selection of Robert Fisk's finest 'Comment' pieces from the Saturday Independent. He is best known for his writing about the Middle East, its wars and dictators. These 'Comment' articles cover … [Read more...] about The Age of the Warrior by Robert Fisk
Years of Glory by Barry & Horan
Read about the exploits of the Greatest Kerry Team of all time. From 1975 to 1986. Including reports on all their All Ireland Finals. The heartbreak of the 1982 five in a row loss to … [Read more...] about Years of Glory by Barry & Horan
How to Worry Less about Money
Our relationship with money is one that lasts a lifetime, yet traditionally books on the subject tend to take one of two routes: a) how to get more, or b) how to deal with less. Offering surprising … [Read more...] about How to Worry Less about Money