This comprehensive and lavishly illustrated book covers the best things to see and the wide range of leisure activities. It also provides a real flavor of the people and places, the culture, history, myths, and legends. Includes a glossary of Irish terms, and local and regional maps.
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This guide divides the Emerald Isle into eight regions which in turn are subdivided into over 100 touring areas. Hundreds of color photos, over 130 maps, and well-chosen words showcase Ireland's scenic and cultural riches. The maps use English place names, and the text provides common Irish words and phrases. Indexing is by English names. Feature articles are scattered throughout the guide. The glossary of terms (mostly dealing with architecture) and a chronology of area history (ending in 1923) are of limited value. Practical information includes phone numbers of tourist offices, some attractions in each touring area, and a directory of outdoor activities contacts. Recommended for most travel collections.
- William R. Smith, Johns Hopkins Univ. Lib., Baltimore
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- William R. Smith, Johns Hopkins Univ. Lib., Baltimore
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
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A new slant on the old familiar,
By Mary Murphy (Valdez, AK USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Illustrated guide to ireland (Hardcover)
I love reading guidebooks about Ireland. I was born there and lived there for 24 years before starting a long-term trans-atlantic commute. Reading what other people have to say about my home can be interesting. I rarely learn anything new and am often amazed at how someone else sees what, for me, was an everyday sight. This book is different. It's informative, easy to read, and well illustrated. It goes beyond the usual "Irish" pit stops and details some places that are definitely off the beaten track. One that really stands out is the Money Tree between Mountrath and Portlaoise. I must have passed it a hundred times and never noticed. If you only buy one book on Ireland, buy this one.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book and very informative.,
By A Customer
This review is from: Illustrated guide to ireland (Hardcover)
I took this book along on my recent trip to Ireland. I found so many wonderful sights that I usually would have missed. It was a little bulky for travel but I would never travel Ireland without it!!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of information and great pictures,
By A Customer
This review is from: Illustrated guide to ireland (Hardcover)
I lived in N.Ireland and would often use this as a guide. There is lots of history, useful information and pictures. Well layed out and thought out, great as a travel guide or fireside reading.
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