General catalogue - The O'Brien Press

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The Gap of the North
The Archaeology & Folklore of Armagh,
Down, Louth and Monaghan
Pat McGinn & Noreen Cunningham
A comprehensive guide to forty-eight archaeological
sites. Includes history, folklore
and customs associated with each site.
152 pages/illustrations, maps, photographs
ISBN 978-0-86278-707-3
€9.99 pb
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The Skellig Story
Ancient Monastic Outpost
Des Lavelle
The past, present and future, as well as
plant, animal and sea life, of Skellig Michael
and Small Skellig, from an expert who is
passionate about these fascinating islands.
112 pages/illustrations, colour photos
ISBN 978-0-86278-882-7
€9.95 pb
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The Blasket Islands
Next Parish America
Joan & Ray Stagles
A beautifully illustrated history of the life,
traditions and customs of an isolated
community that has now disappeared.
144 pages/photos, maps, drawings
ISBN 978-0-86278-973-2
€14.95 pb
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Discover Waterford
Eamonn McEneaney
Waterford is Ireland’s oldest city, founded by
Viking pirates in AD914. This comprehensive
guide contains gems of information on
this lively, often under-estimated city, which
should surprise the visitor and native alike.
128 pages/illustrations, colour section
ISBN 978-0-86278-656-4
€12.68 pb
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The Magic of Celtic Spirituality
Rob Vance
The magical sites of Celtic Ireland evoke a
vibrant blend of early Christian and pagan
belief. Atmospheric photographs of Ireland’s
holy wells, monasteries and high crosses.
60 pages/photographs
ISBN 978-0-86278-932-9
€4.99 hb
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The Magic of Pagan Ireland
Rob Vance
Many pagan sites awaken in us something
primitive, recalling a mysterious past as
ceremonial places or reminding us of
long-forgotten gods or goddesses. An
atmospheric tour of pagan Ireland in words
and pictures.
60 pages/photographs
ISBN 978-0-86278-933-6
€4.99 hb
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The Blasket Island Guide
Ray Stagles and Sue Redican
The Blasket Islands are famous for their
writers, lore and unique location off the
south-west tip of Ireland. This guide is perfect
for anyone who wants to explore the Great
Blasket Island, learn its history and discover
what has captivated visitors and residents in
this special place.
96 pages/full colour/ISBN 978-1-84717-216-7
€5.99 pb/Rights available W
The Aran Islands
A World of Stone
Curriculum Development Unit
Explores the history, traditions, landscape
and stories of Inis Mór, Inis Meáin and Inis
Oírr. Highlights include the poetry of Seamus
Heaney, an extract from Liam O’Flaherty’s
Famine and previously unpublished photos.
104 pages/photographs
ISBN 978-0-86278-810-0
€9.99 pb/Rights available W
Take a Break in Ireland
Short Breaks for Native and Visitor
Pat Preston
Ireland is brimming with fun-filled travel
experiences, spectacular scenery, awesome
attractions and friendly people. Pat Preston
opens the door to Ireland’s many travel trails.
400 pages/illustrations, photos, maps
ISBN 978-0-86278-839-1
€14.95 pb/Rights available W
Ireland Painted
Marie Hennessy
A beautiful collection of atmospheric paintings
from all over Ireland: green fields,
grazing cattle, interesting buildings, people at
work and play.
76 pages/photographs
ISBN 978-0-86278-957-2
€4.99 hb
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The Magic of Ireland
Rob Vance
Discover the magic of the wonderful places of
Ireland through Rob Vance’s evocative words
and photographs. Full colour photography
throughout.
76 pages/photographs
ISBN 978-1-84717-001-9
€4.99 hb
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