A Narrow Sea traces Ireland’s relationship with Scotland, exploring the myriad connections, correlations, personalities and antagonisms that have, over the centuries, defined the relationship between these two spirited neighbours.
Compilation of folklore, legends, and history describes animals' relations with people, being hunted for food, fur, sport, or as vermin, and their position today. An imaginative final... Læs mere
Mark Twain had it all wrong: golf is not a good walk spoiled, golf is a journey. When Ireland provides the map it becomes an 11,000km odyssey for one man in a camper van. Ireland's... Læs mere
The Great Famine in Ireland was a catastrophe of immense proportions. Landlords, eager to dispose of 'surplus' tenants, engaged in 'assisted passages', whereby tenants were given... Læs mere
At sixteen, Irishman Ernest Shackleton left school, joined the navy and became a legendary explorer. Written by the best-selling author on Polar exploration, this is the story of... Læs mere
Award-winning journalist Robert Fisk's definite study of Ireland during the Second World War details factors from German U-boats to conscription attempts in Northern Ireland. A gripping study of Ireland's neutrality - and every bit as relevant for today's times.
The widely acclaimed autobiography of Irish politician and doctor, Noël Christopher Browne.
A bumper collection of Ireland’s favourite legends for children.
The Atlas of Irish History tells the story of the Irish past in graphic cartography, beautifully rendered and augmented by an authoritative text. It is an essential basic reference tool for any student of the Irish past.
In The Nation's Favourite Food Neven Maguire has assembled his top 100 recipes. These are Neven’s all-stars - the foolproof, tried and tested definitive versions of the dishes Ireland makes every day of the week.
A beautifully written combination of memoir and a ‘dissection’ of prostitution – heart-breaking, courageous and redemptive.