General Books Catalogue 2011-2012

General catalogue

2011-2012www.obrien. ie

New Books pages A4-5

Architecture/Art A6

Biography/Memoir A6-10

Celtic A11

Business A12

Crosswords & Puzzles A12

Fiction A13-15

Food and Drink A15-16

History A17-20

Life Issues A21

Nature A21

Humour A21-23

Photography A23

Poetry A24

Politics A25

Reference A26

Sport A27-28

Storytelling/Folklore A28

Travel/Guides A28-30

True Crime A31-32

Walking Guides A32

Anderson, Brendan A9Ashe FitzGerald,Mairéad A20, A24,A29

Bacik, Ivana A25Barrett, Betty A29Behan, Brendan A13Bergin, Eileen A16Bolger, Muriel A28Bourke, Edward J A17Boylan, Sean A9Boyne, Sean A10, A18Bradley, Gerry A7Brenock, Michael A26Breslin, Cathy A21Broderick, Marian A8Byrne, Mary A6Clarke, Howard A18Clarke, Kathleen A8Cleary, Catherine A32Clemenger, Michael A9Clerkin, Malachy A27Clinch, Peter A12Collins, Lorcan A29Collins, Stephen A25Convery, Frank A12Cooney, John A9Corcoran, Kevin A32Crozier, Derek A12Cruise O’Brien, Máire A7Cunningham, NoreenA30

Curran, Bob A21, A28Curriculum DevelopmentUnit A11, A14, A20,A30

Currie, Austin A9Davis, Derek A25Davison, Stephen A27de Paor, Louis A11, A24Delany, Ronnie A9Dent, Sarah A18Dillon, Paddy A32Doorley, Tom A10Dorgan, Theo A24Doyle, Ken A9Doyle, Patrick A9Duggan, Barry A31Dwyer, T. Ryle A18Ekin, Des A13, A18Fahy, Bernadette A10Feeney, Brian A7, A19,A25

Foley, Michael A27Gallimore, Andrew A8Galvin, Tom A8Gildea, Anne A14Gilligan, Ann Louise A8Gilligan, Robbie A7Glover, Winifred A20Gogarty, Oliver St. JohnA13

Goodfellow, Damien A17Grimason, Darryl A8Hannigan, Dave A8, A18Harkin, Greg A25Harte, Paddy A9Hayden, Edward A16Hayes, Paddy A32Healy, Shay A10Hennelly, Regina A31Hennessy, Marie A30Hick, Gillian A7Hick, Gillian A7Holland, Anne A27Howard, Paul A15, A31Hughes, Harry A29Hunt, Gerry A17Ingram, Martin A25Ireland, UNICEF A10Jeffares, A. Norman A19,A24

Jess, Mervyn A18Johnson, Ruth A18Johnston, Trent A28Kelly, Deirdre A6Kelly, Jane A31Kelly, Michael A8Kelters, Seamus A23Kennedy, John A12Kenny, John A28Kerrigan, Jo A29Kinsella, Thomas A24Klaus, H Gustav A10Kohn, Roger A6Kostick, Conor A14, A29Krieger, Carsten A23Lacey, Brian A19Lavelle, Des A30Lennon, Tom A13Lensmen Archive A23Lepman, Jella A10Llywelyn, Morgan A19Looney, Fiona A10Mac a’Bháird, NatashaA26

Mac Uistin, Liam A11,A20

Maclean, Malcolm A24MacSwiney Brugha,Máire A8

Massey, Eithne A28McAfee, Patrick A6McAfee, Patrick A6McCann, Sean A21McCarthy, Justine A31McCarthy, Kieran A30McCoole, Sinéad A18McEneaney, EamonnA30

McGarry, Patsy A8McGinn, Pat A30McGuire, Eamon A9McKeon, Clare A16McMahon, Sean A13Merriman, Brian A24Mhac an tSaoi, MáireA24

Mills, Richard A29Moore, Katherine A14Morrow, Alan A29Murphy, Ann A32Murphy, Brendan A23Murphy, Colin A8,A22-23

Murphy, Judy May A21Murray, Gerard A25Nagle, Con A26Ní Lamhna, Éanna A21ní Laoghaire, Ide A26Nordass, Geoff A9Ó hAllmhuráin, GearóidA19

Ó hEithir, Breandán A19O’Brien, Brendan A19,A25

O’Brien, Deborah A11O’Brien, Mary A12O’Carroll, Brendan A14O’Connor, Christy A27O’Connor, Frank A24O’Connor, Niamh A31O’Connor, Niamh A32O’Connor, Ulick A10O’Dea, Donal A22-23O’Donnell, Daniel A10O’Donnell, Ruan A19O’Dowd, Niall A9O’Driscoll, Eileen A15

O’Keeffe, Padraig A9O’Kelly, Seumas A13O’Leary, Olivia A25O’Shea, Owen A25O’Toole, Joe A10O’Keeffe, Eroline A31Parkes, Louise A27Pavloff, Franck A14Pearson, Peter A6Pierce, Nicola A7, A9Power, Frances A29Preston, Pat A30Quinn, Feargal A12Quinn, John A9Redican, Sue A29Reichental, Tomi A7Richardson, Neil A17Riegel, Ralph A9, A27,A32

Rieley, Abigail A31Rowley, Eddie A6Rowley, Eddie A7Roy, James A26Ryan, Paul A21Sheridan, Michael A32Shiel, Michael A18Shortt, Pat A21Siggins, Gerard A27,A28

Simms, George OttoA11, A20

Slavin, Michael A27Snell, Gordon A16Somers, Dermot A18Stagles, Joan A30Stagles, Ray A29, A30Sweeney, Eamonn A19,A27

Thomson, George L A16Todd, Loreto A11, A26Tonge, Jonathan A25Touher, Patrick A10Travers, Jane A16Vance, Rob A30Walsh, Brendan A12Watson, Philip A30Webb, Mary A26White Lennon, BiddyA15, A16

Wilde, Oscar A13Will, Gavin A17Williams, Paul A31Zappone, Katherine A8

CONTENTS

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AUTHOR INDEX

All ISBNs listed in thiscatalogue are ISBN-13

1960s, The A232nd feckin’ book of Irish Slangthat makes a holy show of thefirst one, The A23

Abbeylara A31Afraid of the Dark A32After the Celtic Tiger A12After the Wake A13All Hell Will Break Loose A9Ambassadors on Horseback A27And That Was ... Derek DavisA25

Aran Islands, The A30Babyface Goes to Hollywood A8Best of Irish Festive Cooking A15Best of Irish Home Baking A15Best of Irish Meat Recipes A15Best of Irish Potato Recipes A15Best of Irish Soups A15Best of Irish Traditional CookingA15

Best-Loved Yeats A24Between the Mountains and theSea A6

Bewitched Land, A A28Big Book of Simplex Crosswords,The A12

Black Widow, The A31Blasket Island Guide, The A29Blasket Islands, The A30Blood Upon the Rose A17book of deadly Irish Quotationssome smart fecker in the pubis always blatherin’ on about,The A23

book of feckin’ Irish Slang that’sgreat craic for cute hoors andbowsies, The A23

Book of Feckin’ Irish Trivia, TheA22

book of Irish Songs yer oul’ fellaalways sang when he wasjarred at a hooley, The A23

book of luvely Irish Recipes yerma useta make when youwere a little gurrier, The A23

Break-Out! A32Brendan the Navigator A20Brian Boru A17Bridge of Children’s Books, AA10

Brown Morning A14Butler’s Pantry, The A16Castles of Ireland A29Celtic Book of Days A11Celtic Decorative Art A11Celtic Magic Tales A11Celtic Names for Children A11Celtic Names for Children A26Celtic Tales of Enchantment A11Celtic Way of Life A11Celtic Way of Life A20

Chisellers, The A14Commando A9Coward if I Return, A Hero if IFall, A A17

Cracking Crime A32Crazy Love A13Croagh Patrick A29Crosaire A12Crowning the Customer A12Cures, Hoors and Floating VotersA21

De Valera in America A18Deadlines and D**kheads A14Death in December A32Death on the Hill A31Deep Deception A31Dirty Dozen, The A28Discover Cork A30Discover Waterford A30Dublin City of Literature A28Dublin Documentary, A A24Dublin Wit A21Dublinia A18Easter Rising, The A29Emotional Cook, The A16Endurance A18Enemy of the Empire A9Exploring Newgrange A20Exploring the Book of Kells A11Exploring the Book of Kells A20Exploring the Spanish ArmadaA20

Exploring the World of ColmcilleA20

Eyewitness A23Fatal Journey A31Fear of the Collar A10feckin’ book of Irish Insults forgobdaws as thick as manureand only half as useful, TheA23

Feckin’ Book of Bankers,Builders, Blaggers andBowsies that Banjaxed theNation, The A23

Feckin’ book of Everything Irish,The A22

Feckin’ book of Irish History foranyone who hasn’t beenpaying attention for the last30,000 years, The A22

Feckin’ Book of Irish Love, TheA22

feckin’ book of Irish Sayings forwhen you go on the batter witha shower of savages, The A23

feckin’ book of Irish Sex & Lovethat’s not fit for dacentpeople’s eyes, The A23

Fire In His Head, A A11First Citizen A8Follow Your Dream A10

Fond Memory A26Food to Love A16Four Roads to Dublin A6Freedom of Angels A10Gangland A31Gap of the North, The A30General, The A31Giant’s Causeway, The A30Golden Book – Belfast, The A29Golden Book – Ireland, The A29Golden Book of Dublin, The A29Grand National, The A27Granny, The A14Great Atlantic Air Race, The A17Great Irish WritingThe Best fromThe Bell A13

Green English A26Guinness Story, The A17Gunrunners A18Haunted Land, A A28Heirs to the Kingdom A25Hidden Soldier A9History’s Daughter A8Holy Smoke! A21Holy Terrors A9Hostage A31I Was Boy in Belsen A7I Will in me Politics A21In The Blood A27Insider A7iPaddy A22Ireland )Glorious LandscapesA23

Ireland Painted A30Irish Bride’s Survival Guide, TheA26

Irish Cooking A16Irish Gardener’s Handbook, TheA26

Irish Love Poems A24Irish Stone Walls A6Irish Voice, An A9Irish Wit A21Irish Writers Against War A14Island Stories A14Joe Cahill A9Joey Dunlop A27John Charles McQuaid A9Joy, The A31Kathleen Clarke A8Kerry Walks A32Kicking and Screaming A25Kinane A27Kings of September A27Lansdowne Road A27Last Man Standing A27Leabhar Mòr, An A24Legendary Ireland A28Life Sentence A32Long War, The A25Looking Under Stones A10

Magic of Celtic Spirituality, TheA30

Magic of Ireland, The A30Magic of Pagan Ireland, The A30Mammy, The A14Mean Streets A31Midnight Court, The A24Miraculous Parish, The A24Misadventures in MotherhoodA10

Miseducation Years, The A15Most Famous Irish PeopleYou’ve Never Heard Of, TheA8

Mother from Hell A9Mothers A10Mournes Walks, The A32Muck and Merlot A10Munster Hurling Legends A27No Ordinary Women A18Nothing to Declare A32Now That’s What I Call A BigFeckin’ Irish Book A22

O’Brien Pocket History of TheIrish Famine A19

O’Brien Pocket History of GaelicSport A19

O’Brien Pocket History of IrelandA19

O’Brien Pocket History of IrishRebels A19

O’Brien Pocket History of IrishSaints A19

O’Brien Pocket History of IrishTraditional Music A19

O’Brien Pocket History of IrishWriters A19

O’Brien Pocket History of the IRAA19

O’Brien Pocket History of theTroubles A19

Oliver St. John Gogarty A10On The Road A10Orange Mocha-Chip FrappuccinoYears, The A15

Orange Order, The A18Our Joe A7Our Lives Out Loud A8Paróiste Míorúilteach, An A24Party Animals A25People, Politics and Power A25Perfect Name for your Baby, TheA26

Peter Pearson’s DecorativeDublin A6

Picture of Dorian Gray, The A13Politicians and Other AnimalsA25

Power Game, The A25PS ... I Scored the BridesmaidsA15

Quiet Revolution, The A18

Raiders of the Caribbean A28Reading the Water A8Red is the Rose A24Rhyming Irish Cookbook, TheA16

Rose of Tralee, The A18Rowan Gillespie - Looking forOrion A6

Rules of the Road A26Saint Patrick A20Same Age as the State, The A7Scrapper, The A14Selling Your Home A26SIMPLEX Crosswords from TheIrish Times A12

Single Obsession A13Sinn Féin A25Sinn Féin and the SDLP A25Skellig Story, The A30Sold into Marriage A10Stakeknife A25Staying the Distance A9Stolen Village, The A18Stone Buildings A6Stone Heart A13Strong Words, Brave Deeds A10Stuff Irish People Love A22Sudoku Solved A12‘S’ Word, The A26Take a Break in Ireland A30Tales from the Home Farm A8Teenage Dirtbag Years, The A15Terence MacSwiney A8There’s an Egg in my Soup ... A8This is My Life A6Three Kings A27Tony Gregory A7Trading Paces A8Traditional Irish Recipes A16Tumbling in the Hay A13Tweet Treats A16Vet Among the Pigeons A7Vet on the Loose A7Weaver’s Grave, The A13Wee Book of Irish Wit andMalarkey, The A21

West Cork Walks A32West Cork: A Place Apart A29West of Ireland Walks A32What are we feckin’ like? A22When Love Comes to Town A13Wild Dublin A21Wild Irish Women A8Will to Win, The A9Wit of Oscar Wilde, The A21Young Tigers and Mongrel FoxesA9

Your Dinner’s Poured Out A7Your life only a Gazillion timesbetter A21

A note from the publisher

Our 2011-2012 catalogue is the biggest and most diverse in our 37 years. Despite the difficult economic climate, O’BrienPress has been bucking the trend by showing a profit for each of the last three years. Our recent titles have also receivedgreat acclaim, including Neil Richardson’s A Coward If I Return, A Hero If I Fall which picked up the coveted non-fictionaward at the Irish Book Awards in 2010 – a great start for a first-time author.

New titles include Gavin Will’s The Great Atlantic Air Race, chronicling the historic scramble to cross the Atlantic, MáireMhac an tSaoi’s The Miraculous Parish, a celebration of the work of Ireland’s finest living female poet, and Tweet Treats, aninnovative collection of recipes tweeted by the great and the good. And let’s not forget biographies of Belsen survivor TomiReichenthal, political champion Tony Gregory and X-Factor sensation Mary Byrne – page-turners all. Oh, and 2012 will seeJames Joyce’s Dubliners added to our list, with our edition selected for Dublin: One City, One Book. Welcome home, James!Creativity blooms for our authors, illustrators and staff.

Michael O’Brien, Publisher

TITLE INDEX

BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR: PAGE A7

I Was A Boy in BelsenTOMI REICHENTALISBN 978-1-84717-227-3

�14.99 pb

Tony GregoryROBBIE GILLIGANISBN 978-1-84717-226-6

�19.99 pb

FOOD/DRINK: PAGE A16

Food to LoveEDWARD HAYDENISBN 978-1-84717-246-4

�24.99 hb

HUMOUR: PAGE A22

Stuff Irish People LoveCOLIN MURPHY AND DONAL O’DEAISBN 978-1-84717-285-3

�12.99 hb

Tweet TreatsJANE TRAVERSISBN 978-1-84717-302-7

�7.99 pb

Now That’s What I Call a BigFeckin’ Irish BookCOLIN MURPHY AND DONAL O’DEAISBN 978-1-84717-251-8

�12.95 hb

GRAPHIC NOVEL: PAGE A17

Brian BoruDAMIEN GOODFELLOWISBN 978-1-84717-284-6

�12.99 pb

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HISTORY: PAGE A17

The Great Atlantic AirRaceGAVIN WILLISBN 978-1-84717-231-0

�19.99 hb

The Feckin’ Book of Bankers,Builders, Blaggers and Bowsiesthat Banjaxed the NationCOLIN MURPHY AND DONAL O’DEAISBN 978-1-84717-241-8

�6.95 hb

This is My LifeMARY BYRNE WITH

EDDIE ROWLEYISBN 978-1-84717-310-2

�16.99 pb

The Blasket Island GuideRAY STAGLES AND SUE

REDICANISBN 978-1-84717-216-7

�5.99 pb

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PHOTOGRAPHY: PAGE A23

The 1960s: Ireland in PicturesLENSMEN ARCHIVEISBN 978-1-84717-303-4

�14.99 pb

TRAVEL: PAGEA28

Dublin City of LiteratureMURIEL BOLGERISBN 978-1-84717-248-8

�12.99 pb

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POLITICS: PAGE A25

Heirs to the KingdomKerry’s Political DynastiesOWEN O’SHEAISBN 978-1-84717-228-0

�11.99 pb

An Paróiste Míorúilteach/The Miraculous ParishTHE COLLECTED POEMS

Máire Mhac an tSaoiISBN 978-1-84717-300-3

�24.99 hb

POETRY: PAGE A24

Red is the RoseA Book of Irish Love PoemsISBN 978-1-84717-236-5

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Irish Stone WallsHistory, Building, ConservationPatrick McAfeeA unique guide to Ireland’s famous stonewalls, from a master stone-mason. Thevariety and beauty of traditional wallsand buildings is explained, alongsidestep-by-step instructions on buildingyour own stone walls.176 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-234-1

�17.99 pb

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Stone BuildingsConservation, Restoration, HistoryPatrick McAfeeThe follow-up book to the best-selling IrishStone Walls. Describes how to build, con-serve and renovate stone buildings usingauthentic, age-old techniques, includinglime mortars, lime washes and otherfinishes.224 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-210-5

�19.99 pb

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Four Roads to DublinA History of Rathmines, Ranelagh andLeeson StreetDeirdre KellyA fascinating journey through the rich his-tory, streetscape, architecture and lives ofthe famous inhabitants of Dublin’s mostimportant eighteenth- andnineteenth-century suburbs. Illustrated withmaps, photos and drawings.256 pages/photographs, maps

ISBN 978-0-86278-702-8

�14.99 pb

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Between the Mountains and the SeaPeter PearsonThe fifth edition of this bestsellerincludes a new full-colour introductionwhich examines the dramatic changes toDun Laoghaire-Rathdown county overthe last ten years. Illustrated with over700 photographs, old prints, new mapsand historic etchings.416 pages/photographs, maps

ISBN 978-0-86278-977-0

�19.99 hb/Rights available W

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Rowan Gillespie - Looking for OrionRoger KohnA fascinating glimpse into the world ofrenowned Irish sculptor Rowan Gillespie.A highly illustrated, sensitively designedbook which provides an insight into thecreative process as well as an alluringcatalogue of Rowan’s work.160 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-076-7

�30.00 pb

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Peter Pearson’s Decorative DublinPeter PearsonA feast for the eye, celebrating the city’sdecorative surfaces in ironwork, brickwork,stone, glass, plaster; its fanlights, doorsand windows. Peter Pearson describes therich and abundant decorative details thatcombine to make Dublin a visually rich andhistorically textured city. Illustratedthroughout with over 100 photos.160 pages/full colour/�19.99 hb

ISBN 978-0-86278-784-4 /Rights available W

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This is My LifeMary Byrne with Eddie RowleyThe remarkable life of Mary Byrne, including her earlydays and first signs of singing talent, her family life inDublin, her life-changing experience on X-Factor, andsubsequent success including the X-Factor tour,release of her first solo album, ‘Mine and Yours', andperforming with Neil Diamond at the Aviva Stadium inDublin.256 pages

photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-310-2

�16.99 pb

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NEW

Our JoeJoe Dolan by the People who Knew himBestEddie RowleyA treasure trove of memories of JoeDolan: the showbiz legend, family man,friend and devil-may-care character whonever forgot his roots despite findingfame and wealth beyond his dreams.Featuring Ben Dolan, Larry Gogan, BrianD’Arcy, Finbar Furey, Daniel O’Donnelland many more.368 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-275-4

�11.99 pb/Rights available W

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I Was Boy in BelsenTomi Reichental with Nicola PierceTomi Reichental, who lost 35members of his family in theHolocaust and was the subject of thedocumentary ‘Till The TenthGeneration’, gives his account ofbeing imprisoned as a child atBergen-Belsen concentration camp.320 pages

ISBN: 978-1-84717-227-3

�14.99 pb

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Tony GregoryRobbie GilliganThe biography of a true Irish politicallegend, who made his name as agrass-roots community activist andwent on to hold the balance of powerin Ireland. A politician of rare integrityand passion, he helped to lift hispeople from poverty and neglect.224 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-226-6

�19.99 pb

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Your Dinner’s Poured OutPaddy CrosbieDublin 1913 to 1930, a tumultuous andexciting time in the city’s history. PaddyCrosbie catches that tumult and con-veys that excitement in this childhoodmemoir of city life. A cast of brilliantcharacters surround the young Crosbie,all vividly etched into hilarious life. Hereis a born storyteller.224 pages

ISBN: 978-1-84717-304-1

�9.99 pb

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Vet Among the PigeonsGillian HickA great variety of stories from theeveryday life of a vet. Six-foot-longsnakes, hefty bulls, tiny kittens, strangebirds – and sometimes even strangerhumans – they’re all here in ahumorous, entertaining collection.256 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-208-2

�11.99 pb

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Vet on the LooseGillian HickA highly amusing account of the author’swork as a vet in Dublin and in the wilds ofCounty Wicklow. As well as animals andtheir ailments, she has to contend withmatchmaking mothers and macho farmerswho want to know ‘where is the real vet?’256 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-925-1

�11.95 pb

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InsiderGerry Bradley’s Life in the IRAGerry Bradley with Brian FeeneyFor the first time, an IRA activist tells hislife story without approval from the IRA.He first got involved as a young Belfastteenager after threats to his home, thenbecame a serious activist with the IRA.360 pages/photographs

�9.99 pb

ISBN 978-1-84717-258-7

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The Same Age as the StateMáire Cruise O'BrienAn eloquent and elegant memoir, span-ning eighty-one years of the remarkablelife of Máire Cruise O’Brien – poet,scholar and diplomat. ‘Like all goodbooks, it becomes an instant friend andone is impatient to return to its pages.’THE IRISH TIMES376 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-885-8/�17.95 pb

ISBN 978-0-86278-799-8/�24.95 hb

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Kathleen ClarkeRevolutionary WomanKathleen ClarkeA unique first-hand account of the mostexciting period in Irish history. Widow, mother,revolutionary and Lord Mayor, this is the insidestory of 1916, which Kathleen Clarke helped toplan alongside her husband, Tom Clarke.368 pages/photographs/�12.99 pb

ISBN 978-1-84717-059-0/Rights available W

First CitizenMary McAleese and the Irish PresidencyPatsy McGarryThe remarkable story of a girl from CatholicWest Belfast who became President ofIreland. Explores her achievements at home,including her involvement in the peaceprocess, and her profile abroad. With familyand formal photographs.320 pages/full colour/�24.99 hb


Our Lives Out LoudIn Pursuit of Justice and EqualityKatherine Zappone & Ann Louise GilliganRecounts the love relationship of these twowomen who took a case for equality in maritalrecognition to the Irish Supreme Court.312 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-066-8

�24.99 hb

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Trading PacesFrom Rat Race to Hen RunMichael KellyMichael Kelly and his wife were classic CelticCubs: now living happily in a leaky cottage inDunmore East. A humorous and inspiringaccount of the ups and downs of letting go ofthe Tiger.232 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-070-5


Wild Irish WomenExtraordinary Lives from HistoryMarian BroderickA marvellous collection of over seventy biog-raphies, detailing the lives of extraordinarywomen from Ireland’s past – from patriots topirates, warriors to writers and mistresses tomale impersonators.368 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-780-6

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Reading the WaterA Life Spent FishingDarryl GrimasonTV presenter Darryl Grimason conveys thepassion for fishing that has inspired him sinceboyhood. From angling for wild brown trout onLough Corrib to the capture of a Giant BluefinTuna off Donegal, his enthusiasm for the sub-ject is infectious.224 pages/drawings/ISBN 978-0-86278-914-5


There’s an Egg in my Soup ...and other adventures of an Irishman inPolandTom GalvinQueues for groceries, unfathomable bustimetables, inexplicable traditions and trulybizarre soup – Poland in the 1990s, viewedthrough the eyes of this Irish resident, was avery strange place indeed!272 pages/ISBN 978-1-84717-048-4


Tales from the Home FarmLive More, Spend Less, Grow Your Own Food!Michael KellyAn invaluable guide to self-sufficiency at home– including growing your own food, cooking,storing, keeping animals, and lots more, dis-pensed with humour and tales of the author’sown successes and failures!400 pages/ISBN 978-1-84717-168-9

�14.99 pb

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Terence MacSwineyThe Hunger Strike that Rocked an EmpireDave HanniganA gripping, dramatic and poignant account ofone man’s courageous stand against themight of an empire.336 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-182-5

�14.99 pb

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History’s DaughterMáire MacSwiney BrughaAn intimate memoir from the only child ofTerence MacSwiney, who died on hungerstrike in 1920. Máire recalls her early child-hood in Germany, her life in Ireland and hermarriage to the son of Cathal Brugha. Includesrare photos, letters and documents.320 pages/photographs �14.95 pb

ISBN 978-0-86278-986-2

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Babyface Goes to HollywoodFighters, Mobsters & Film Stars: The JimmyMcLarnin StoryAndrew GallimoreJimmy McLarnin, ‘The Baby-FacedAssassin’, embodied the American Dream –an Irish immigrant rising to be one of theDepression era’s greatest attractions. A true,rags-to-riches story.320 pages/photographs/�11.99 pb


The Most Famous Irish People You’veNever Heard OfColin MurphyIrish people have left their mark on virtuallyevery corner of the globe. This fascinatingbook tells the stories of the Irish who are justlycelebrated in their adopted homelands, butvirtually unknown in Ireland.424 pages/ISBN 978-1-84717-163-4

�12.99 pb

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Enemy of the EmpireLife as an International Undercover IRAActivistEamon McGuireEamon McGuire’s IRA activities forced him togo on the run, hiding in remote parts of Africa.Captured by the CIA, he spent several years invarious prisons in South Africa, Ireland and theUS.312 pages/photographs/�11.95 pb


Joe CahillA Life in the IRABrendan AndersonA unique inside story from a lifelong memberof the IRA, revealing the workings of thisparamilitary organisation over the past sixtyyears.432 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-101-6

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All Hell Will Break LooseAustin CurrieThe fascinating story of the life and work of aveteran of Irish and Northern Irish politics.Currie gives a behind-the-scenes account ofthe people and the events that changed thehistory of Northern Ireland, as well as tellinghow violence was visited upon his ownfamily.464 pages/photographs/�22.99 hb


Young Tigers and Mongrel FoxesA Life in PoliticsPaddy HarteA frank account by the former Fine Gael TD.Tells of Harte’s efforts to bring about peace inNorthern Ireland, and his role in the creation ofa memorial in Belgium to the Irish who died inWorld War l.360 pages/photographs

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Hidden SoldierAn Irish Legionnaire’s Wars from Bosnia toIraqPadraig O’Keeffe with Ralph RiegelThe extraordinary story of life and training inthe French Foreign Legion, UN and NATOmissions in Cambodia and Bosnia, andsecurity work in the killing fields of Iraq andHaiti.400 pages/photographs

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CommandoA Royal Marine’s StoryThe Falklands – Northern Ireland – IraqGeoff Nordass with Ralph RiegelThe life of a Royal Marine Commando, withpostings in Hong Kong and Northern Irelandand dangerous frontline action in the Falklandswar and in Iraq. Other activities includesecurity to Mohammed Al-Fayed.360 pages/photographs

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The Will to WinSeán Boylan with John QuinnThe story of manager Seán Boylan whomade Meath a potent force in Gaelic Football– winning four All-Ireland titles.288 pages/photographs

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Staying the DistanceRonnie DelanyIn 1956 Ronnie Delany won the gold medal inthe 1500m Olympic final in Melbourne, settinga new Olympic record in the process. The lifeand career of one of Ireland’s best-lovedsportsmen written in his own engaging style.208 pages/photographs

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An Irish VoiceNiall O’DowdThe remarkable account of an Irish emigrantto the US who became a publisher, a leadingadvocate for immigration reform, played apivotal role in the Northern Ireland peaceprocess, and became known as ‘the authen-tic voice of the Irish in America’.‘An outstanding book’ Tim Pat Coogan320 pages/photographs/�12.99 pb


John Charles McQuaidRuler of Catholic IrelandJohn CooneyAn important and revealing biography of theenigmatic cleric whose iron rule influenced allaspects of life in Ireland for three decades.576 pages/photographs

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Holy TerrorsMichael ClemengerChilling, passionate and unflinching, this is thestory of how one boy survived the terrors ofIreland’s notorious institutions and made a reallife for himself.‘Harrowing’ The Kingdom424 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-187-0

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Mother from HellTwo Brothers. A Sadistic Mother.A Childhood DestroyedKen Doyle & Patrick Doyle with Nicola PierceThe harrowing tale of two brothers subjectedto deprivation, beatings and humiliation at thehands of their own mother, which continueddespite numerous official reports of abusefrom social workers and health boards .256 pages/ISBN 978-1-84717-143-6

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MothersMemories from Famous Daughters & SonsCompiled by UNICEF IrelandFamous sons and daughters remember theirmothers. Contributors include: Jean KennedySmith, Mo Mowlam, Bertie Ahern andSeamus Heaney. Introduction by LiamNeeson.176 pages/photographs

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Freedom of AngelsSurviving Goldenbridge OrphanageBernadette FahyBernadette Fahy describes the harsh regimeat Goldenbridge Orphanage and its effectson her life as a child and thereafter.224 pages

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Strong Words, Brave DeedsThe Poetry, Life and Times of ThomasO’Brien, Volunteer in the Spanish Civil WarEd. H. Gustav KlausTom O’Brien (1914–1974) was co-founder ofThe O’Brien Press, and also father, poet andsoldier. The story of his eventful life and times.272 pages/photographs

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A Bridge of Children’s BooksJella LepmanThe inspiring autobiography of a remarkableand determined woman, Jella Lepman,founder of the International Youth Library (IYL)and the International Board on Books forYoung People (IBBY).168 pages/photographs

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Looking Under StonesRoots, Family and a Dingle ChildhoodJoe O’TooleFormer senator Joe O’Toole’s witty andengaging recollections of growing up inDingle in the 1950s.‘A joy to read.’THE IRISH TIMES320 pages/photographs

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Oliver St. John GogartyUlick O’Connor

An insightful biography of one of Ireland'smost exuberent characters: the inspiration forBuck Mulligan in Ulysses, a senator,playwright, champion athlete and surgeon,Gogarty was called ‘one of the greatest lyricpoets of the age' by Yeats.328 pages/photographs

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Fear of the CollarMy Terrifying Childhood in ArtanePatrick TouherPatrick Touher recounts the physical andsexual abuse perpetrated by the brutal Chris-tian Brothers who ran Artane Industrial Schoolfor boys in the 1940s.288 pages/photographs

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On The RoadShay HealyGo ‘on the road’ with Shay, ride pillion with RoyRogers, sing in Tammy Wynette’s bath, admirethe Picasso in Andy Williams’s loo. MeetJohnny Cash and a host of other fellow travel-lers that Shay Healy has interviewed as anentertainer, songwriter, TV host and docu-mentary filmmaker.304 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-0-86278-949-7


Follow Your DreamDaniel O’DonnellDaniel’s memories, hopes, ambitions, regretsand dreams. He talks about the early years, hissuccess, and the things in life that mean mostto him. Now updated to include Daniel’saccount of his wedding day, complete withpreviously unseen photographs.176 pages/B&W & colour photographs

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Muck and MerlotA book about food, wine and muddy bootsTom DoorleyTom Doorley interweaves stories of his lifeand career as food and wine writer, uncorkinghard-earned wisdom on the growing and con-suming of food, wine and environmentalmatters.352 pages/illustrations

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Misadventures in MotherhoodLife with The Small Girl, The Boy and TheToddlerFiona LooneyA heartwarming, funny and often movingaccount of the tiny triumphs, epic disastersand everyday adventures of eight years ofchild-rearing. For parents, grandparents, aun-ties and uncles everywhere.224 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-929-9

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Sold into MarriageOne Girl’s Living NightmareSean BoyneThe true story of a sixteen-year-old Irish girlsold by her father to an elderly farmer formoney, a Morris Mini car and the promise ofland. A shocking account of cruelty, greed andchauvinism in 1970s Ireland.192 pages

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Celtic Names for ChildrenLoreto ToddA dictionary of over 2,000 Celtic namesfrom Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Corn-wall, the Isle of Man and Brittany. Itgives the origin and meaning of eachname, plus traditional stories, myths orpoems for selected names. Apronunciation guide is included.192 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-676-2

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Celtic Magic TalesLiam Mac UistinIllus. Maria A NegrinThe rich lore of magic from theancient Celts fills these stories of thelove quest of Mir and Aideen, theadventure of the sons of Tuireann,the mischievous Bricriu, and thefamous love epic of Deirdre.96 pages/illustrated

ISBN 978-0-86278-341-9

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Celtic Way of LifeCurriculum Development UnitIllus. Josip Lizatovic (plus photos)How the Celts lived in ancient Ireland– their houses, food, weapons, beliefsand pagan festivals and rituals. Aconcise introduction to a fascinatingperiod in Ireland’s history.96 pages/illustrations, photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-563-5

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A Fire In His HeadStories of Wandering AengusLoreto ToddAn intriguing fusion of myth, legendand adventure centred on the questof Aengus but incorporating numer-ous other stories, such as the voyageof Maeldún and the doomed love ofDeirdre and Naoise.272 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-757-8

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Celtic Tales of EnchantmentLiam Mac UistinIllus. Shane Johnson & Russell BarnettFour fascinating stories from the magi-cal world of ancient Celtic lore about thelegendary Fionn Mac Cumhaill and theFianna.96 pages/illustrated

ISBN 978-0-86278-692-2

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Celtic Book of DaysText selected by Louis de PaorThis book of days features theilluminated poetry and prose ofthe Celts. Each new monthbrings another ancient Celticsymbol, with an explanation ofits importance for the days tocome. The book is beautifullydesigned with stunningillustrations – making it aperfect gift.136 pages/colour illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-042-2

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Celtic Decorative ArtA Living TraditionDeborah O’BrienDecorative arts in the Celtic culture areworld-renowned for their beauty, intri-cacy and symbolism. This new bookuses many of the ancient sources asinspiration, creating new patterns anddesigns which will both inspire andencourage readers. Includes a concisehistory of the Celts and their art, fromancient times to today.80 pages/full colour

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Exploring the Book of KellsGeorge Otto SimmsIllus. David RooneyA world-renowned authority offers acompact, illustrated guide for all ages toan outstanding national treasure.AWARDS Bisto Book of the Decade Award

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Sudoku SolvedJohn KennedyStep-by-step techniques and previouslyunpublished tips in an easy to use andentertaining manner, supported with aworked example. There are also sixtypuzzles, graded from easy to fiendish. Incase you are feeling a little brain-dead,there are even puzzles for kids of all ages!160 pages

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SIMPLEX 1: ISBN 978-0-86278-192-7

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SIMPLEX Crosswords from The Irish TimesMary O’BrienHugely popular, with a regular following, theseare the perfect fix for crossword addicts. All sixbooks have 144 pages and sixty crosswords.

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After the Celtic TigerChallenges AheadPeter Clinch, Frank Convery,Brendan WalshEconomic and environmentalexperts Clinch et al propose strate-gies to successfully tackle ourchanging economic circumstances.This book is a must for anybodyinterested in Ireland’s future on abroad economic front.208 pages

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Crowning the CustomerHow to become Customer-DrivenFeargal QuinnAn essential and practical businessguide on how to keep your customerscoming back for more, from one of Ire-land’s most successful entrepreneurs.An international bestseller.160 pages

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The Big Book of SimplexCrosswordsFrom The Irish TimesMary O’BrienSIMPLEX 1 and 2, in one volume! Getyour brain in gear with this bumpercollection of the ever-popularcrossword from The Irish Times. Twiceas many crosswords to give you twiceas much entertainment!288 pages/ISBN 978-1-84717-179-5

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Crosaire120 Crosswords from The Irish TimesDerek CrozierThe only book for those who just can’tget enough of Derek Crozier’s famouspuzzles: 120 crosswords to challengethe sharpest mind.288 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-183-2

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After the WakeBrendan BehanCollected stories, including previouslyunpublished material.‘Lets us see, once again, we had a geniusamong us’ SUNDAY INDEPENDENT

160 pages

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Tumbling in the HayOliver St. John GogartyThe rowdy, exuberant lifestyle of a youngmedical student in Dublin, as enjoyed byGogarty at the turn of the last century. A fas-cinating and witty insight into the period andthe city.352 pages

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When Love Comes to TownTom LennonThis humorous and original book dealshonestly with the emotional crises facedby a gay teenager in modern Dublin.192 pages

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Crazy LoveTom LennonA gritty novel of the dual lifestyle of asuccessful high-flyer who seems to have it all –great job, fast car, beautiful wife and child – butwho is also, secretly, an active homosexual.240 pages

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Stone HeartDes EkinThe secrets of the past have deadlyconsequences, as journalist Tara Rossdiscovers in her hunt for a brutalmurderer. A fast-paced psychologicalthriller.448 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-584-0

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Single ObsessionDes EkinA prominent politician stands accused ofhomicide. A psychiatrist’s life is threatened. Aninvestigative journalist is forced to put hiscareer on the line. But where is the link?480 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278585-7

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The Weaver’s GraveSeumas O’KellyO’Kelly’s masterpiece, TheWeaver’s Grave, and aselection of his short stories.‘This is storytelling at its best. All the elements arehere: love, pathos, humour, suspense’THE BLOOMSBURY REVIEW

144 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-152-1

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Great Irish WritingThe Best from The BellEd. Sean McMahonExtracts from The Bell, Ireland’s foremostliterary magazine. Includes the work ofPatrick Kavanagh, Flann O’Brien, Bren-dan Behan, Frank O’Connor and others.192 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-046-3

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The Picture of Dorian GrayOscar WildeWidely regarded as Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece, this classic work of gothic horror fiction is given a newlook, with intriguing illustrations, quotable quotes and contemporaneous reviews.‘a poisonous book ... its effeminate frivolity, its studied insincerity, its theatrical cynicism, its tawdry mysticism ...Everything in the book is a sham.’ The Daily Chronicle

‘An excellent story. Mr Wilde’s work may fairly claim to go with that of Edgar Poe ... A vivid, carefully considered,exposure of the corruption of a soul.’ Walter Pater, The Bookman

‘a wonderful book’ W B Yeats320 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-214-3

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Island StoriesTales and Legends from the WestCurriculum Development UnitA play, stories and folklore from JM Synge,Maurice O’Sullivan and Thomas and LiamO’Flaherty.80 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-117-0

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Deadlines and D**kheadsAnne GildeaMary McNice lives life at a gallop but feels likean also-ran. She's tired of faking ‘attitude' forher weekly column, of trying to keep up withwhat's Hot and what's NOT. Even her loverhas another lover on the side. Something's gotto change!224 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-963-3/�12.95 pb

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Brown MorningFranck PavloffThe unsettling story of Charlie and his friend,who live in France during a time marked by therise of an extreme totalitarian regime: theBrown State.Includes the original French text.Award-winner: IDI Design award

32 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-838-4

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Irish Writers Against WarEds. Conor Kostick & Katherine MooreThis anthology of prose and poetry fromleading Irish writers is an impassioned standagainst war. Writers include Roddy Doyle,Peter Sheridan and Seamus Heaney. Pref-ace by Brian Friel.Royalties to the Irish Anti-War Movement.

144 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-825-4

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The MammyBrendan O’CarrollThe life and times, joys and sorrows ofAgnes Browne, mother of all the Brownes.A book of hilarious incidents, glorious char-acters, and an unruly passion for life. Filmedas Agnes Browne by Anjelica Huston and ahit with audiences worldwide.176 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-641-0

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The ScrapperBrendan O’CarrollSet in the rough world of the Dublin boxingcircuit, Brendan introduces a new, larger-than-life character – Sparrow McCabe.A knockout!208 pages

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The GrannyBrendan O’CarrollBook 3 of the ‘Mrs Browne’ Trilogy. Atforty-seven years of age, Agnes, nowthirteen years happily widowed, enters the1980s with a fruit stall in Moore Street, aFrench lover and seven children …192 pages/�9.99 pb

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The ChisellersBrendan O’CarrollBook 2 of the ‘Mrs Browne’ Trilogy. Continuing the hilarious saga of theups and downs, minor scrapes and major run-ins of the seven childrenof Agnes Browne. Full of joy, humour, pathos and Dublinese.192 pages

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Brendan O’Carroll is the star ofthe BAFTA-nominated MrsBrown’s Boys TV series andthe Good Mourning Mrs Brownstage show, both based oncharacters in the bestselling‘Mrs Brown’ Trilogy.

BEST OF IRISH COOKERY SERIES

Best of Irish Meat RecipesBiddy White LennonFifty inspiring recipes including favouritessuch as Irish Stew, Michaelmas roast goose,bacon and cabbage; localspecialities; recipes from leading Irish chefs.Delicious and easy to follow.96 pages/drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-931-2

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Best of Irish Traditional CookingBiddy White LennonSixty recipes to take you from starters topuddings. Choose from Seafood Chowder,Spiced Beef, Dublin Coddle, Kerry AppleCakes … and many more.96 pages/drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-758-5

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Best of Irish Festive CookingBiddy White LennonRecipes to celebrate Irish festivals, feastdays and special occasions, as well as foodfor christenings, weddings and wakes.96 pages/drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-930-5

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Best of Irish Potato RecipesBiddy White LennonOver fifty recipes featuring this most versa-tile vegetable: colcannon, boxty, potatobreads and scones, salads and stews.80 pages/drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-759-2

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Best of Irish SoupsEileen O’DriscollForty mouth-watering soups for cold winterdays and sunny summer brunches – eachone nutritious, delicious and easy to make.80 pages/drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-760-8

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Best of Irish Home BakingBiddy White LennonA wide range of breads, scones, tarts, cakesand biscuits is still baked every day in Irishhomes. Biddy White Lennon selects overfifty of the most tempting recipes forenthusiastic bakers of every ability.80 pages/drawings

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IT’S ROSS O’CARROLL-KELLY, ROYSH?

The Teenage Dirtbag YearsPaul HowardSo there I was, roysh, class legend, schoolsrugby legend, basically all-around legend,when someone decides you can’t, like, sitthe Leaving Cert four times. Well that put afocking spanner in the works. I may bebeautiful, roysh, but I’m not stupid, and thismuch I totally know: college rocks!272 pages/illustrations

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PS ... I Scored the BridesmaidsPaul HowardSo there I was, roysh, twenty-three years ofage, still, like, gorgeous, living off my legendas a schools rugby player, scoring the birds,being the man, when all of a sudden, roysh,life becomes a total mare. Normally myhead is so full of, like, thoughts, but now I’mdown to just one: Sorcha. I’m playing it Kooland the Gang, but this is basically scary. Forfock’s sake, Ross O’Carroll-Kelly doesn’t dolove.272 pages/illustrations/ISBN 978-0-86278-890-2


The Miseducation YearsPaul HowardSo there I was, roysh, putting the ‘in’ in ‘incrowd’, hanging out, pick of the babes, billsfrom the old pair to fund the lifestyle I, like,totally deserve. But being a schools rugbylegend has its downsides, roysh...256 pages/illustrations

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The Orange Mocha-Chip FrappuccinoYearsPaul HowardSo there I was, roysh, enjoying college life,college birds and, like, a major amount ofsocialising. Then, roysh, the old pair decideto mess everything up for me. I hadn’t, like,changed or treated them any differently, butthe next thing I know, roysh, I’m out on thestreets. Another focking day in paradise forme!208 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-809-4

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FOOD AND DRINK

Irish CookingBiddy White LennonA real taste of Ireland in recipes thatshowcase the fine produce of ourpasturelands and seas, traditional homebaking, regional specialities and dishes forspecial occasions. With features on IrishCheeses and the Irish Pub.96 pages/photographs

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The Emotional CookClare McKeon, Illus. Eva ByrneCook up food to match your mood, whetheryou are feeling high or low, need comforting, orfeel like celebrating. Exotic healthy eating,meals for all occasions and humorous textmake this a new approach to cooking.144 pages/colour and B&W illustrations

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The Rhyming Irish CookbookGordon SnellRecipes in verse! Enjoyable andmemorable. New and traditionaldishes, from starters to desserts.64 pages/B&W illustrations

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Traditional Irish RecipesGeorge L ThomsonSimple instructions for overseventy favourite Irish dishes,beautifully presented by anexpert calligrapher.80 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-110-1

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The Butler’s PantryRecipes for All SeasonsEileen BerginThis beautiful full-colour cookbook is packedwith mouth-watering, easy-to-follow recipesfrom The Butler’s Pantry. Dishes to enjoy allyear round!192 pages/photographs

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Food to LoveEdward HaydenWhether you’re looking forsomething simple and deliciousto cook on a week night, lightbites for a family get-together orsomething more elaborate for adinner party, then you’ll find theperfect recipe here!192 pages/full colour

ISBN 978-1-84717-246-4

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NEWNEWTweet TreatsJane TraversPacked with tasty, quick recipes thatactually work, all contributed viaTwitter and less than 140 characterslong. Worldwide contributions, includ-ing many high-profile celebrities anda foreword from Marco Pierre White.All royalties to Médicins sansFrontières.208 pages

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Blood Upon the RoseEaster 1916: The Rebellion thatSet Ireland FreeGerry HuntDublin 1916: Irish Republicans,led by Padraig Pearse, JamesConnolly and others, occupythe GPO and other keylocations around the city andprepare to take on the might ofthe British Army … They haveno real hope of victory, buttheir sacrifice will pave the way

for Irish freedom. This ground-breaking graphic novel vividlyrecreates the extraordinary events that changed the courseof Irish history.48 pages/Colour

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The Guinness StoryThe Family, The Business, The BlackStuffEdward J BourkeA story for lovers of the pint. Thisremarkable story, with over 100 photo-graphs, brings to life the pivotal rolethat the Guinness brewery has playedin Ireland for 250 years. Includes: Theearly days • The Guinness dynasty •The brewing process • St James’sGate • Transport • Mansions & yachts •

Philanthropy • Wartime • Advertising • Worldwide export operation •Key moments in the history of the legendary brewery.Award: Best Food/Drink History Book, Gourmand Awards

176 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-1-84717-145-0

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‘Few other publications havebrought the Rising to life asviscerally … an interesting andfresh take on a tale that mostpeople would assume they knewby rote' Sunday Tribune

A Coward if I Return, A Hero if I FallStories of Irishmen in World War INeil RichardsonIn 1914-1918, two hundred thousandIrishmen went to war. At least thirty-fivethousand never came home. Those thatdid were scarred for the rest of their lives.A precious collection of veterans’ storiesas told by the families, military records,diaries, poignant letters and telling docu-ments. From the first battle, to Ypres, theSomme, Gallipoli and Mesopatamia (Iraq),

featuring stories of courage, suffering and sacrifice..Irish Book Awards: Non-fiction book of the year

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Brian BoruIreland’s Warrior KingDamien GoodfellowThe rise of a local chieftain to become HighKing of Ireland, fighting native and Danishinvader alike in a whirlwind of constant con-flict. An enthralling graphic novel thatbreathes new life into Ireland’s history.96 pages/colour

ISBN 978-1-84717-284-6

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The Great Atlantic Air RaceGavin WillThe stories of aviators who challenged theAtlantic Ocean between 1919 and the end ofthe Second World War. It tells how thesepioneers lived and, all too often, died in theirquest for glory. Heavilyillustrated throughout.232 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-231-0

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No Ordinary WomenIrish Female Activists in theRevolutionary Years 1900–1923Sinéad McCooleThe fascinating, almost forgotten storiesof over seventy of Ireland’s female revolu-tionaries. As WT Cosgrave said, it is ‘notpossible to consider these women asordinary females.’ With an introduction byDr Margaret Ward and new photographs.288 pages/illustrations

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GunrunnersThe Covert Arms Trail to IrelandSean BoyneThe gripping story of how paramilitariessmuggled arms into Ireland during the Trou-bles, from the 1970s to decommissioning.This deadly trade involves internationalintrigue, intelligence agents and arms traf-fickers, spy satellites, stings, moles andmurder. Includes exclusive interviews withdealers, agents and traffickers.496 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-908-4


De Valera in AmericaThe Rebel President’s 1919 CampaignDave HanniganIn 1919 Eamon de Valera spent eighteenmonths in America publicising his nation’splight and raising $5 million for the cause.His journey was filled with spying,personal vendettas, propaganda andassassination plots. The full story of anincredible campaign.320 pages/photographsISBN 978-1-84717-086-6

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The Orange OrderMervyn JessBorn out of bloodshed and shrouded insecrecy, the Orange Order is one of themost intriguing and controversialreligion-based organisations in Europe. Inthis comprehensive history, BBC journalistMervyn Jess strips away the Order’smystery and myths.296 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-966-1

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The Quiet RevolutionThe Electrification of Rural IrelandMichael ShielAn entertaining and detailed account ofthe transformation of Ireland broughtabout by the introduction of electricity.304 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-840-7

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EnduranceHeroic Journeys in IrelandDermot SomersFollows in the footsteps of the epic jour-neys undertaken by legendary figuresincluding Queen Medb, the Fianna, BrianBoru, Red Hugh O’Donnell, and O’SullivanBeare, exploring the historical periods andvarying landscape revealed by their amaz-ing travels.264 pages/maps & illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-797-4

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DubliniaThe Story of Medieval DublinEd. Howard Clarke, Sarah Dent, Ruth JohnsonA visually stunning, accessible and authori-tative introduction to life in the medievalcity, a fascinating, dramatic and significantperiod in Dublin’s long history.AWARD Best Museum Publication Award

128 pages/full colour

ISBN 978-0-86278-786-8

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The Rose of TraleeFifty Years a-BloomingT. Ryle DwyerIntroduction by Gay ByrneThe story of the Rose of Tralee Festival.Illustrated with photos of the Roses from1959 to the present day, the escorts,fireworks, entertainers and visitingpersonalities. Lists every entrant andwinner. A nostalgic, warm, entertaining readand a great memento of this popular event.128 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-1-84717-177-1


The Stolen VillageBaltimore and the Barbary PiratesDes EkinThe bestselling true story of Irishslaves, pirates and political intrigue.In June 1631 pirates from Algiersstormed ashore at the village of Bal-timore in West Cork. They capturedalmost all the villagers and borethem away to a life of slavery inNorth Africa. The prisoners weredestined for a variety of fates –some lived out their days as galleyslaves, while others spent years inthe scented seclusion of theSultan’s harem.

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‘An enthralling read’ THE IRISH TIMES

‘Fascinating’ GILES MILTON, BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE488 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-104-7

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O’Brien Pocket History ofThe Irish FamineRuan O’DonnellAn overview of the economic and socialcontexts that contributed to the IrishFamine, which decimated the populationand drove over a million to emigration.152 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-019-4

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O’Brien Pocket History of Gaelic SportEamonn SweeneyA concise introduction to Gaelic sport,covering football, hurling, camogie and hand-ball. Includes the history of the GAA, therules of the games, and famous teams andplayers.120 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-854-4

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O’Brien Pocket History of the TroublesBrian FeeneyUntangles the complex story of the Troublesover the past forty years, from the firstsymptoms of serious unrest in the 1960s tothe aftermath of the Good FridayAgreement.152 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-078-1

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O’Brien Pocket History of Irish SaintsBrian LaceyA concise history of over 100 of the best-known and most influential Irish saints, andthe wealth of folklore, legend, tradition andliterature associated with them.136 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-746-2

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O’Brien Pocket History of Irish RebelsMorgan LlywelynThe lives and deeds of Irish rebels such asGranuaile, Wolfe Tone, Robert Emmet,Daniel O’Connell, James Connolly, Con-stance Markievicz, Patrick Pearse, BobbySands and Gerry Adams.120 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-857-5

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O’Brien Pocket History of IrishTraditional MusicGearóid Ó hAllmhuráinThe history of Irish traditional music, songand dance from the mythological harp ofthe Dagda right up to Riverdance.192 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-820-9

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O’Brien Pocket History of Irish WritersA. Norman JeffaresA concise guide that traces a long line ofcelebrated Irish writers, including Synge,O'Casey, Beckett, Joyce, O'Brien andHeaney, among others.184 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-911-4

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O’Brien Pocket History of IrelandBreandán Ó hEithirConcise, insightful overview of Ireland’s his-tory from Celtic times to the present, andincluding Northern Ireland.96 pages/photographs

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O’Brien Pocket History of the IRABrendan O’BrienThe story of the IRA from its foundation,tracing the changes and developmentsthat have influenced the organisation.200 pages/photographs

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Exploring the Spanish ArmadaWinifred GloverA detailed account of the Spanish Armada,this book also describes the excavationswhich have unearthed many treasures fromthe shipwrecks along the Irish coast.136 pages/illustrations, maps, colour section

ISBN 978-0-86278-646-5

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Brendan the NavigatorGeorge Otto SimmsIllus. David RooneyBrendan’s famous account of his voyagesand the extraordinary imagery and unusualevents of this ancient story, known all overthe world in the Middle Ages.AWARD Bisto Book of the Decade Award

96 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-960-2

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Exploring NewgrangeLiam Mac UistinOlder than the Egyptian pyramids, for5,000 years the ancient Megalithic tomb atNewgrange in Meath has housed theremains of Stone Age ‘aristocracy’. Anaccessible, fully illustrated guide to the his-tory of the tomb.120 pages/illustrations, colour section

ISBN 978-0-86278-981-7

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Celtic Way of LifeCurriculum Development UnitIllus. Josip Lizatovic (plus photographs)The story of how the Celts lived in ancientIreland – their houses, food, weapons,modes of transport, social structures,beliefs and their pagan festivals and rituals.96 pages/illustrations

ISBN 987-0-86278-563-5

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Exploring the World of Colmcillealso known as ColumbaMairéad Ashe FitzGeraldIllus. Stephen HallA simple and accessible account of the lifeof this famous saint, who founded themonastery at Iona. Draws on history, art,literature and archaeology to tell his story.112 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-665-6

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Saint PatrickIreland’s Patron SaintGeorge Otto SimmsIllus. David RooneyThe unique life of Patrick as he wrote it inhis Confession, and the legends surround-ing his deeds.104 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-749-3

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Exploring the Book of KellsGeorge Otto SimmsIllus. David RooneyA world-renowned authority offers a com-pact, illustrated guide for all ages to an out-standing national treasure. He introduces themonks who made the book and guides thereader through the intricate detail of thisancient and exotic book.AWARDS Bisto Book of the Decade AwardRAI Special Merit Award

72 pages

Colour facsimiles, reconstruction drawings

ISBN 978-1-84717-077-4

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Holy Smoke!True Papal Stories that will Amaze andAmuseBob CurranIs the Pope Catholic? Well, not necessarily.Neither is he always a he, or even alwaysalive. A unique tour of the (un)Holy See, withsome of history’s most unlikely popes.80 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-0-86278-947-3

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The Wit of Oscar WildeSean McCannOscar Wilde is probably the most quotedand quotable man in history. He boastedthat he could talk spontaneously on anysubject – a claim proved by the wicked,witty and ever-relevant examples containedin this book.176 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-067-5

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Cures, Hoors and FloatingVotersThe Maurice Hickey DiariesPat ShorttVolume II of the exclusivebehind-the-scenes diaries ofMaurice Hickey, one ofIreland’s hardest-workingpoliticians. An informativeand insightful account of hispolitical exploits.208 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-117-7

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I Will in me PoliticsThe Maurice HickeyDiariesPat ShorttIt’s rare that a politicaldiary of such signifi-cance comes along.Councillor MauriceHickey is a leader inhis community, theman who gets thingsdone.224 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-084-2

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The Wee Book of Irish Wit and MalarkeySean McCann and Paul RyanIrish wit is an art form that can be sage,silly, insulting, or profound, but it’s alwaysentertaining. This is a pint-sized draught ofpotent mirth and malarkey from OscarWilde, Jonathan Swift, Brendan Behan, andmany other wags, including ‘yer man’ – youreveryday son of the sod – on everythingfrom love and marriage to death and dyingand everything in between.304 pages/cartoons

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Irish WitSean McCannIn this lively, quotable book, Sean McCannhas succeeded in distilling the essence ofIrish wit – on love, religion, the ‘hard stuff',the English, with a generous mix fromBehan, Yeats, Swift, Moore, O'Casey, butabove all from ‘yer man', the leadingauthority on everything that grows, breeds,thinks or computes in the land.160 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-127-6

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NATURE

Wild DublinExploring Nature in the CityÉanna Ní LamhnaPhotographs by Anthony WoodsA stunning and revealing guide to nature in thecapitalDublin is not only home to a million humans but is alsoresidence for a fascinating array of flora and fauna.Minks in the Dodder, whales on the coastline, newts inDundrum, badgers in Rathfarnham, bats in Raheny,otters in Ringsend – these are just some of the magnifi-

cent wildlife you’ll spot in the capital. This bestselling book is packed full of interest-ing facts on wildlife written in Éanna’s familiar and much-loved voice. Lavishlyillustrated in full colour with photographs, illustrations and maps.192 pages/photographs, illustrations, maps

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LIFE ISSUES

Your life only aGazillion times betterLife Coaching forEveryoneJudy May Murphy &Cathy BreslinFind the power withinand live your life agazillion times better! Ifhealth, wealth or happi-ness feature on yourlist of goals, this is the

book to show you how you can achieve yourdesires.160 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-768-4

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Dublin WitPaul RyanWisdom, wickedness,banter and bitching fromthe heart of Dublin, withoverheard conversationsand comments fromMoore Street market.64 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-103-3

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The Feckin’ book of EverythingIrishThere’s more to Irish culture thanshamrocks and leprechauns andacting the eejit on Paddy’s Day. Com-piled from four books in the Feckin’collection.AWARD Benjamin Franklin Award

304 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-052-1

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The Feckin’ book of Irish Historyfor anyone who hasn’t been payingattention for the last 30,000 yearsThe Big Fella, the Long Fella and lotsof English Oul’ Fellas. Gun-Runningat Howth; Wind-surfing at Lahinch;Aer Lingus and the Flight of the Earls;the EEC, IRA, Celtic Tiger – RIP.You’ll never find history boring again!Wacky cartoon illustrations.256 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-069-9

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The Book of Feckin’ Irish TriviaMore trivia about Ireland than you everneeded to know!Distract yourself from doom-and-gloom withuseless information. Guaranteed to makeyou a hit at parties or gatherings of morethan one person! Jam-packed with facts,cartoons and daft but true details that willmake you say ‘Get away outta dat!’128 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-191-7

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iPaddyIrish Slang Guide

Lighter than a book, more eruditethan yer average TD and more funthan a bad dose of the scutters: youriPhone can now teach you how tospeak like a real Irish aul fella (or aulwan: no offence).Over 150 phrases, cartoons, top quality audio

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iPaddy: Irish Slang Guide. Available worldwidefrom the Ovi Store.

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Stuff Irish People LoveThe Definitive Guide to the UniquePassions of the Paddies

Do you love the taste of RedLemonade, change into yourswimming togs under a towel onthe beach or find yourself admiring‘the grand stretch in the evenings’?Then this book, jammed withhilarious reflections on what it is tobe Irish, will have you nodding inagreement with every turn of thepage. And for those who don’t havethe good fortune to come from theEmerald Isle, it will explain a lot!160 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-285-3

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The Feckin’ Book of Irish LoveFrom Adultery to Virginity and all theWobbly Bits in between

From Abstinence to Viagra via FallenWomen, Bachelor Festivals and scoringin Croke Park, an uncensored rompthrough the morals and manners of theIrish.128 pages/colour cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-099-6

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What are we feckin’ like?The Book of Irish Characters

So you believed that oul’ rubbish aboutthe Irish being a drunken, slow-wittedrace of loveable male rogues and red-haired, virginal lassies? Here is the reallow-down on Irish characters.96 pages/colour cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-060-6

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ISBN 978-1-84717-251-8

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The feckin’ book of Irish Sayings for whenyou go on the batter with a shower ofsavagesISBN 978-0-86278-920-6

The book of luvely Irish Recipes yer mauseta make when you were a little gurrierISBN 978-0-86278-830-8

The book of deadly Irish Quotations somesmart fecker in the pub is alwaysblatherin’ on aboutISBN 978-0-86278-831-5

The feckin' book of Irish Insults forgobdaws as thick as manure and only halfas usefulISBN 978-0-86278-962-6

The feckin’ book of Irish Sex & Love that’snot fit for dacent people’s eyesISBN 978-0-86278-921-3

The book of Irish Songs yer oul’ fellaalways sang when he was jarred at ahooleyISBN 978-0-86278-828-5

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EyewitnessFour Decades of Northern LifeBrendan MurphyText by Seamus KeltersBy turns poignant, beautiful andfunny, this is an unparalleled per-sonal pictorial record of daily life inNorthern Ireland over the past fortyyears, as captured by an award-winning photographer.176 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-844-5


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Ireland Glorious LandscapesCarsten KriegerAn atmospheric collection of over 200wonderful photographs showing thebeauty and diversity of Ireland’slandscape.144 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-146-7

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The 1960sIreland in PicturesLensmen ArchiveA decade of change caught by two of Ireland’spremier photographers, The Lensmen. Coverseverything from the visits of President Kennedy andThe Beatles, to lifestyle,fashion and sport, the arrival oftelevision and the departure ofNelson’s Pillar. Will evokememories of a bygone age.160 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-303-4

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The Feckin’ Book ofBankers, Builders,Blaggers and Bowsies thatBanjaxed the NationFrom Affluenza to ZombieBank, complete with BullshitBoxes full of what themessers who go us here saidbefore we all got downsized.ISBN 978-1-84717-241-9

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The Midnight CourtBrian MerrimanTrans. by Frank O’ConnorIllus. Brian BourkeAward-winning edition of this outstandingtranslation of Brian Merriman’seighteenth-century erotic masterpiece.A bawdy delight from start to finish.72 pages/illustrations

ISBN 978-0-86278-205-4

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An Leabhar MòrThe Great Book of GaelicEd. Malcolm Maclean and Theo DorganThis major visual anthology bringstogether the work of poets,illustrators and calligraphers fromScotland and Ireland. The poetryspans almost every century from the6th to the 21st. An extraordinary

celebration of Gaelicculture, both ancient and modern.336 pages/full colour

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A Dublin DocumentaryThomas KinsellaA beautiful collection of poems, reminis-cences and stunning photography bringsThomas Kinsella’s Dublin to life.112 pages/photographs

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Red is the RoseA Book of Irish Love Poems

Dedicated to the most inspirationalof subjects, this memorablecollection of poetry is sure to bethe perfect companion to those inlove.88 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-236-5

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POETRY

Best-Loved YeatsSelected by Mairéad Ashe FitzGeraldA beautifully illustrated collection of overforty of Yeats’s best-loved poems – onlove, politics, old age, myth and legend.Includes the Lake Isle of Innisfree, Easter1916, Sailing to Byzantium, He Wishes forthe Cloths of Heaven.96 pages/photographs & illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-148-1

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An Paróiste Míorúilteach/The Miraculous ParishRogha dánta/Selected PoemsMáire Mhac an tSaoied. Louis de PaorThis collection, which includes the first evertranslation of her work into English, and acomprehensive introduction by Louis dePaor, is a must-have for all fans of hermarvellous poetry.208 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-300-3

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Irish Love PoemsEd. A. Norman JeffaresThis memorable collection covers elevencenturies of Irish writing. Includes Swift,Goldsmith, Yeats, Beckett, Wilde andSynge, Seamus Heaney, Eavan Boland,Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill and emerging Irishpoets.192 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-514-7

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The Long WarThe IRA & Sinn FéinBrendan O’BrienAn authoritative account of the development ofthe IRA and Sinn Féin, focusing on the IRA warstrategy; the rise of Gerry Adams; the secretpeace negotiations; prospects for a lastingpeace.‘A brilliant analysis’ IRISH INDEPENDENT448 pages/photographs and maps

ISBN 978-0-86278-606-9/�15.22 pb

POLITICS

StakeknifeBritain's Secret Agents in IrelandGreg Harkin & Martin IngramAn explosive exposé of British military intelli-gence – the story of a republican informertold by journalist Greg Harkin, and MartinIngram, a former British intelligence officerand FRU handler.280 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-0-86278-843-8

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Sinn Féin and the SDLPFrom Alienation to ParticipationGerard Murray & Jonathan TongeThis new political history of the SDLP and SinnFéin from 1970 to the present day outlines theideological rivalry between the two parties andassesses the contribution of each to the reshap-ing of modern politics in Northern Ireland.320 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-918-3

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Politicians and Other AnimalsOlivia O’LearyCasts a sharp eye at modern Irish life.Corrupt alliances between business and poli-tics, election-poster shenanigans andpolitical serial leader-killing. Explores whoreally controls our lives and the likelihood ofIreland having a ‘baldy taoiseach’.60 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-880-3

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Sinn FéinA Hundred Turbulent YearsBrian FeeneyThe complete story of a party that repeatedlyreshaped its identity over a hundred years,moving from dual monarchy to dual strategy– the Armalite and the ballot box.488 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-770-7

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The Power GameIreland under Fianna FáilStephen CollinsAn uncompromising analysis of the history ofthe Fianna Fáil party, this updated edition alsoexamines the most recent disclosures concern-ing the arms crisis of 1970 and informationreleased from the military archives.368 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-720-2


Party AnimalsOlivia O’LearyPolitical analyst Olivia O'Leary captures partyanimals of all colours: frontbench lions andbackbench lambs; opposition hounds andgovernment foxes. A collection of political,social and cultural sketches, originallybroadcast on RTÉ Radio One's ‘Five-SevenLive'.240 pages/ISBN 978-0-86278-970-1


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People, Politics and PowerFrom O’Connell to AhernStephen CollinsA gripping account of Irish politics over twohundred years – the personalities and politicalorganisations that have shaped contemporaryIreland from the evolution of Irish democracy tothe present day.240 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-985-5

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And That Was ... Derek DavisDerek DavisIn this collection of his RTÉ Radio 1 columns,Derek speaks about topics he knows well andfeels strongly about. His passion and joie devivre, as well as his distinctive turn of phrase,are all retained from the original transcripts.208 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-057-6

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Kicking and ScreamingDragging Ireland into the 21st CenturyIvana BacikExamines the nature of modern Ireland, dis-cussing such contentious topics as the modernfamily, religion, sexuality, equality, racism, cen-sorship and the environment, and the role of thelegal system.256 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-860-5

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Heirs to the KingdomKerry’s Political DynastiesOwen O’SheaAn account, in twelve chapters, ofpolitical dynasties in Kerry focusingon a number of families who havesuccessfully held political power,both locally and in the nationalparliament, with first-hand interviewsfrom different generations within thepolitical families in power and out.References to other politicaldynasties, nationally andinternationally.

320 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-228-0


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REFERENCE

Celtic Names for ChildrenLoreto ToddOver 2,000 Celtic names from Ireland, Scot-land, Wales, Cornwall, the Isle of Man andBrittany, with the origin and meaning of eachname plus traditional stories, myths or poemsfor selected names. Includes a pronunciationguide and variant names.192 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-676-2

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The Perfect Name for your BabyBeautiful Names from Around the WorldLoreto ToddThousands of beautiful names – traditional,unusual, exotic, historical and significant,from Ireland and around the world. Alsostories of the origins of the names,suggestions for twins and triplets, namesfrom Shakespeare, and notable namesakes.400 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-008-8


The ‘S’ WordA Boys’ Guide to Sex, Puberty and GrowingUpJames RoyGrowing up can be difficult, especially thebit between being a boy and being a man.A frank look at sex, puberty and relation-ships, with the help of Richard the Wise,that shows that becoming a man doesn’thave to scare the pants off you!160 pages/cartoons

ISBN 978-1-84717-056-9

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Green EnglishIreland’s influence on the English languageLoreto ToddAn exploration of the evolution of a nation anda language: how English was grafted onto aGaelic stem and the influence of the Englishlanguage in Ireland.176 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-677-9

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The Irish Bride’s Survival GuidePlan Your Perfect WeddingNatasha Mac a’BháirdEverything you need to know about planningyour wedding, from hen night to honeymoon.Flowers, music, legalities, cars, cakes, invita-tions, photography and dresses, plus a handybudget planner and countdown to the BigDay.304 pages/illustrated

ISBN 978-1-84717-259-4


Fond MemoryConsoling Words from the Irish TraditionIde ní Laoghaire & Mary WebbFrom the Irish tradition, old and modernpoetry, prayers, hymns, songs, phrases,blessings – fitting words to express heartfeltgrief and to bring solace and healing. Fortimes of sorrow and remembrance or to beread at funerals.176 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-926-8


Selling Your HomeThe complete Irish guide to giving yourhome that winning edgeCon NagleAn authoritative yet easy-to-read guide.Includes advice on when to sell, how to workout the value of your home, choosing thebest estate agent and advertising your prop-erty, and explains the legal process.208 pages/illustrated

ISBN 978-1-84717-037-8


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The Irish Gardener’s HandbookHow to Grow Vegetables, Herbs, FruitMichael BrenockIntroduction by Darina AllenTells you exactly how to grow yourown vegetables, herbs and fruit inIrish conditions. Based on years ofexperience in a market garden, as ahorticulture advisor, advisingallotment holders, and in his ownhome garden, Michael has tried andtested all the plants that grow bestand shows you how to achieve goodresults.288 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-193-1

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Rules of the RoadWritten in straightforward languageand aimed at all road users – drivers,pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists andhorse-riders – the Rules of the Roadsets out the laws, and details best driv-ing practice.232 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-222-8

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‘A brilliant, simple guide for those of us who want to grow their own ...packed with excellent down-to-earth advice and cultural techniques clearlybased on years of experience’IRISH EXAMINER

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In The BloodIrish Racing DynastiesAnne HollandThere are Irish families for whom horserac-ing truly is in the blood. Families of jockeysand trainers like the Walshes and Ger-aghtys. Families who photograph,commentate, and take the bets on racing,like the O’Hehirs, Healys and Grahams.Lavishly illustrated with over a hundredcolour photographs.192 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-1-84717-180-1


KinaneA Remarkable Racing FamilyAnne HollandAlthough the name of Mick Kinane is knownworldwide, in fact, twenty members of theimmediate Kinane family from Tipperaryhave been jockeys; their story illustrates theevolution of Irish racing for three genera-tions. Full of anecdotes and memories. Withfamily and professional photographs.256 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-291-4


Joey DunlopKing of the RoadsStephen Davison10th Anniversary Edition, updated through-out and with 16 new pages. Captures Joeyin action, his triumphant racing moments,with his family and on his relief missions toRomania. A fitting record of one of thegreatest motorcyclists the sport has everseen.144 pages/full colour ISBN 978-1-84717-201-3


Lansdowne RoadThe Stadium; the Matches; the GreatestDaysGerard Siggins & Malachy ClerkinIn this history of Ireland’s oldest stadium,the authors bring to life the memorablecharacters, rugby and soccer matches,triple crowns, stirring victories, famousgoals and tries, as well as fascinatingstories about the various sporting eventsheld there down through the years.352 pages/photographs/ISBN 978-0-86278-910-7


Ambassadors on HorsebackThe Irish Army Equitation SchoolMichael Slavin and Louise ParkesThe wonderful story of Ireland’s Armyequestrian school. The highs and lows, thetraining and techniques, the heartbreaksand excitement of top-level internationalshowjumping competition from the 1920sto today. Lavishly illustrated with manyhistorical photographs.256 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-213-6

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The Grand NationalThe Irish at AintreeAnne HollandThe Aintree Grand National is the world’smost famous horserace, and from itsearliest years Irish horses, jockeys, trainersand breeders have been prominent. A lav-ishly illustrated and compulsively readableaccount of a beloved institution.192 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-074-3


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Kings of SeptemberThe Day Offaly Denied KerryFive in a RowMichael FoleyA heartfelt account of the most famousAll-Ireland final in Gaelic football history –1982. The year and the game from theplayers on both sides.AWARD: BoyleSports Sports Book of the Year

328 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-118-4


Munster Hurling LegendsSeven Decades of the Greatest Teams,Players and GamesEamonn SweeneyIn Munster, hurling is a religion. Thissuperbly illustrated book is a uniquecelebration of the star players, the incredi-ble games and the legends of the fastestfield game in the world.176 pages/colour photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-846-9

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Three KingsCork � Kilkenny � Tipperary.The Battle for Hurling SupremacyRalph RiegelThe full story of the ‘Three Kings’ of hurling:Cork, Kilkenny and Tipperary; their hurlinghistory and ability to rise to the top so often.Illustrated with action-packed photos.256 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-102-3


Last Man StandingHurling GoalkeepersChristy O’ConnorBased on interviews with twelve goalkeep-ers, this book vividly conveys the pres-sures, passion and heroic dedication to thegame that marks their lives as their teamsbattle to win the All-Ireland hurling champi-onship.328 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-922-0


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A Bewitched LandIreland’s WitchesBob CurranA unique insight into the fascinating overlapbetween witch belief and the vast range offairy lore that once held sway throughout theland.192 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-899-5

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A Haunted LandIreland’s GhostsBob CurranA chilling collection of stories of supernaturaloccurrences gathered from all around Ire-land. Curran has written a haunting portrayalof a land and a people steeped in the lore ofdeath and the afterlife.208 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-859-9

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Legendary IrelandMyths and Legends of IrelandEithne MasseyA journey through the places and legendsof ancient Ireland, featuring the heroiccharacters of Celtic lore. Beautifully illus-trated with haunting photographs and ele-gant engravings.240 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-155-9

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Raiders of the CaribbeanIreland’s Cricket World CupTrent Johnston and Gerard SigginsAlongside some spectacular and intimatephotographs, this book reveals the triumphsand heartbreaks of the Irish cricket team’smeteoric rise, their amazing wins in the Car-ibbean and the tragic events which unfoldedafterwards.208 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-064-4

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The Dirty DozenIreland's Motorsport LegendsJohn KennyTwelve of Ireland’s motor-sports starsreveal the highs and lows of their sport,whether scorching up the stages inrallying, the perilous thrills of motorbikes orthe glamour and high stakes of circuitracing.272 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-050-7

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Dublin City of LiteratureMuriel BolgerAn accessible, entertaining guide to literary Dublin and thewriters associated with it, from Swift to the present day.The book records in words and pictures where the writ-ers lived and worked, key events and locations associ-ated with them, and includes literary walks, extracts,and information on events, awards and literature-related organisations. Also includes quotes from con-temporary writers, maps, information onBloomsday and Nobel Laureates.Illustrated throughout with photographsand new photography showing places,events and people related to literaryDublin today.224 pages/full colour/maps

ISBN 978-1-84717-248-8

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The Golden Book of DublinBetty BarrettA guidebook and beautiful souvenir inone. From the Custom House to the city’sMillennium Spire, all major buildings andlandmarks are pictured and described,with information on their history.64 pages/full colour photographs


ISBN 978-0-86278-812-4 (English language)

ISBN 978-0-86278-861-2 (French)

ISBN 978-0-86278-862-9 (German)

ISBN 978-0-86278-863-6 (Italian)

ISBN 978-1-84717-007-1 (Spanish)

The Golden Book – IrelandFrances PowerPhotos by Ghigo RoliA glorious pictorial guide to Ireland and its landmarks, both man-made and natu-ral. With informative text on ancient monuments, great houses, cities, churchesand monasteries, as well as lakes, mountains, seashore and moorlands.128 pages/full colour photographs


ISBN 978-0-86278-510-9 (English language edition) ISBN 978-0-86278-519-2 (French)

ISBN 978-0-86278-520-8 (German) ISBN 978-0-86278-521-5 (Italian)

ISBN 978-0-86278-710-3 (Spanish) ISBN 978-1-84717-018-7 (Polish)

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The Golden Book – BelfastAlan MorrowEverything you could want to see and do inBelfast’s City, Cathedral, Titanic and Uni-versity Quarters: historic buildings, notedpubs, shopping, culture, the famousmurals. A full-colour guide as well as awonderful souvenir.Also available in French and German.64 pages/full colour photographs


ISBN 978-1-84717-150-4 (English language)

ISBN 978-1-84717-151-1 (French)

ISBN 978-1-84717-152-8 (German)

Castles of IrelandMairéad Ashe FitzGeraldIreland’s castles each have a fascinatingand individual story to tell. Many havebeen beautifully restored and are open tothe public. Their lore abounds in storiesof sieges, takeovers, betrayals and daringescapes.48 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-988-6

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The Easter RisingA Guide to Dublin in 1916Conor Kostick and Lorcan CollinsThis vividly illustrated book takes thereader through the battle-torn streets ofDublin during Easter 1916. A concise andaccessible guide to one of the mostdramatic episodes in Irish history.144 pages/illustrations, photos, maps

ISBN 978-0-86278-638-0

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Croagh PatrickA Place of Pilgrimage, A Place of BeautyHarry HughesWith a wonderful mix of old and newphotographs and illustrations, Westport manHarry Hughes describes the pilgrimage,history, archaeology, ancient traditions andfolklore associated with Ireland’s HolyMountain, Croagh Patrick. Includes a guideto other places of interest.80 pages/full colour/ISBN 978-1-84717-198-6


West Cork: A Place ApartJo Kerrigan and Richard MillsA beautiful, informative and lyrical bookon West Cork. It explores the areathrough four routes: first inland, thenthree coastal routes along the famousindented coastline and the much-lovedpeninsulas of Mizen and Beara. It tellswonderful stories and offers insights andintimate details which encourage thereader to explore … and revisit.160 pages/full colour

ISBN 978-1-84717-166-5

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The Blasket Island GuideRay Stagles and Sue RedicanThe Blasket Islands are famous for theirwriters, lore and unique location off thesouth-west tip of Ireland. This guide isperfect for anyone who wants to explorethe Great Blasket Island, learn its historyand discover what has captivated visitorsand residents in this special place.96 pages/full colour

ISBN 978-1-84717-216-7

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The Blasket IslandsNext Parish AmericaJoan & Ray StaglesA beautifully illustrated history of the life,traditions and customs of an isolatedcommunity that has now disappeared.144 pages/photos, maps, drawings

ISBN 978-0-86278-973-2

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The Skellig StoryAncient Monastic OutpostDes LavelleThe past, present and future, as well asplant, animal and sea life, of Skellig Michaeland Small Skellig, from an expert who ispassionate about these fascinating islands.112 pages/illustrations, colour photos

ISBN 978-0-86278-882-7

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The Aran IslandsA World of StoneCurriculum Development UnitExplores the history, traditions, landscape andstories of Inis Mór, Inis Meáin and Inis Oírr.Highlights include the poetry of SeamusHeaney, an extract from Liam O’Flaherty’sFamine and previously unpublished photos.104 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-810-0


Take a Break in IrelandShort Breaks for Native and VisitorPat PrestonIreland is brimming with fun-filled travel experi-ences, spectacular scenery, awesomeattractions and friendly people. Pat Prestonopens the door to Ireland’s many travel trails.400 pages/illustrations, photos, maps

ISBN 978-0-86278-839-1


Discover CorkKieran McCarthyThis book explores the history of Cork throughits key historical events, and visits the city’smost interesting buildings and sites. Includes amap of the city, illustrations throughout and afull-colour picture section.144 pages/illustrations, colour section

ISBN 978-0-86278-817-9

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Discover WaterfordEamonn McEneaneyWaterford is Ireland’s oldest city, founded byViking pirates in AD914. This comprehensiveguide contains gems of information on thislively, often under-estimated city, whichshould surprise the visitor and native alike.128 pages/illustrations, colour section

ISBN 978-0-86278-656-4

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The Gap of the NorthThe Archaeology & Folklore of Armagh,Down, Louth and MonaghanPat McGinn & Noreen CunninghamA comprehensive guide to forty-eightarchaeological sites. Includes history, folkloreand customs associated with each site.152 pages/illustrations, maps, photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-707-3

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The Giant’s Causewayand the North Antrim CoastPhilip WatsonAn illustrated tour of the history, folklore,people, geology, wildlife and stunning land-scape of this unique place, which has capturedthe imagination of visitors for centuries.112 pages/photos, colour sections

ISBN 978-0-86278-675-5

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The Magic of Pagan IrelandRob VanceMany pagan sites awaken in us somethingprimitive, recalling a mysterious past as cere-monial places or reminding us of long-forgotten gods or goddesses. An atmospherictour of pagan Ireland in words and pictures.60 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-933-6

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The Magic of Celtic SpiritualityRob VanceThe magical sites of Celtic Ireland evoke avibrant blend of early Christian and paganbelief. Atmospheric photographs of Ireland’sholy wells, monasteries and high crosses.60 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-932-9

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The Magic of IrelandRob VanceDiscover the magic of the wonderful places ofIreland through Rob Vance’s evocative wordsand photographs. Full colour photographythroughout.76 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-001-9

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Ireland PaintedMarie HennessyA beautiful collection of atmospheric paintingsfrom all over Ireland: green fields, grazingcattle, interesting buildings, people at workand play.76 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-957-2

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The JoyMountjoy Jail – the shocking true story oflife insidePaul HowardA riveting account of the reality of livingbehind bars as a prisoner in Mountjoy – oneof the State’s most notorious prisons. Frank,shocking and brutal.200 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-491-1

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GanglandThe Shocking Exposé of the CriminalUnderworldPaul WilliamsThe inside story of a dark and sinister worldof Irish gangland and the way in which theirnet has spread across the globe. Chillingand unforgettable.224 pages

ISBN 978-0-86278-576-5

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HostageNotorious Irish KidnappingsPaul HowardIn this compelling book, Paul Howardreveals never-before-published details ofIreland's most infamous abduction cases -including Tiede Herrema, Ben Dunne, DonTidey and Shergar.264 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-769-1

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The GeneralGodfather of CrimePaul WilliamsThe twenty-year career of Martin Cahill,gangster and criminal mastermind, wasmarked by obsessive secrecy and brutality,and netted him over £40 million – until abullet from a hitman ended it all.264 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-433-1


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AbbeylaraThe Tragic Shooting of John CarthyRegina HennellyThe tragic story of John Carthy, shot deadby gardaí in Abbeylara, Co. Longford aftera 25-hour stand-off.288 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-017-0

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Fatal JourneyThe Murder of Trevor O'KeeffeEroline O'Keeffe with Jane KellyEroline O'Keeffe's sixteen-year quest tobring her son’s murderer – a serial killer –to justice. An extraordinary story of love,dedication and heroic determination.240 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-913-8

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Deep DeceptionIreland’s Swimming ScandalsJustine McCarthyThe sexual abuse scandals in theworld of Irish swimming shocked thenation. This book examines the depthof corruption within the sport,considers the reasons the abusersescaped justice for so long and looksat the complaints of paedophilia thatfell on deaf ears — paving the way forthe abuse of still more victims.304 pages

ISBN 978-1-84717-204-4

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The Black WidowThe Catherine Nevin StoryNiamh O’ConnorThe unbelievable true story of the womanwho hired a hitman to kill her husband,Tom, in cold blood. A compelling mix of sex,violence and scandal.262 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-687-8

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Mean StreetsLimerick’s GanglandBarry DugganJournalist Barry Duggan reveals how thevibrant, modern, sporting city that isLimerick became home to a ruthlesscriminal underworld.304 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-144-3

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Death on the HillThe Killing of Celine CawleyAbigail RieleyThe case that had everything: lies,betrayal, sex. The full story of thekilling of Celine Cawley and her hus-band’s increasingly erratic attemptsto hide his guilt.312 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-218-1

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The Mournes WalksPaddy DillonA walker’s guide to all parts of the MourneMountains, from the Silent Valley to theBrandy Pad, and from the Mourne CoastalPath to the Tollymore and CastlewellanForest Parks. A comprehensive guide for allabilities.160 pages/maps, photos

ISBN 978-1-84717-141-2

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West of Ireland WalksText & illus. Kevin CorcoranA guide to walks in Clare, Galway andMayo, exploring the different types of land-scape and the variety of wildlife. Short andlong walks, easy and difficult.192 pages/maps, illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-097-2

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West Cork WalksText & illus. Kevin CorcoranTen walks in rugged West Cork, from Mac-room to Allihies and the coast. Clearinstructions and maps, plus interesting fea-tures to look out for and nature information.112 pages/maps, illustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-140-5

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Kerry WalksText & illus. Kevin CorcoranTwenty walks through beautiful and wildKerry, including a special section on Killar-ney – one of the most popular destinationsin Ireland. Caters for all levels of walkersand all types of terrain, including mountain,beach, island, river and lakeside walks.160 pages/maps, iIlustrations

ISBN 978-1-84717-233-4

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Death in DecemberThe story of Sophie Toscan du PlantierMichael SheridanThe gripping story of the life and brutaldeath of Sophie Toscan du Plantier and theinvestigation that followed. Including anaccount of the Ian Bailey libel case.272 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-893-3

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Break-Out!Famous Prison EscapesPaddy HayesBizarre, daring and sometimes downright far-cical - the incredible true stories of Ireland’sfamous jailbreakers.232 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-875-9

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Life SentenceMurder Victims and their FamiliesCatherine ClearyBased on personal interviews with victims’families, Cleary tells the horrific stories oftwelve murders and how the families sur-vived the ordeal.248 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-858-2

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Afraid of the DarkThe Tragic Story of Robert HolohanRalph RiegelRalph Riegel describes the tragic story ofthe disappearance and death of eleven-year-old Robert Holohan, from the searchthrough the court case and the DPP appeal.240 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-999-2

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Nothing to DeclareThe Drug Smugglers' Deadly TradeAnn MurphyExamines the massive drug seizures withinIrish territorial waters including a �440 mil-lion consignment of cocaine, the increasein drug use in Ireland and the damagecaused by cocaine abuse.320 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-1-84717-106-1


Cracking CrimeJim Donovan – Forensic DetectiveNiamh O’ConnorThe extraordinary first-hand account of DrJim Donovan’s life and work. A uniqueinsight, fascinating stories and amazingdetail.312 pages/photographs

ISBN 978-0-86278-715-8

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