The Little Book of Derry
Title | The Little Book of Derry PDF eBook |
Author | Cathal McGuigan |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 141 |
Release | 2015-09-07 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0750965835 |
The Little Book of Derry is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Derry. Here you will find out about Derry’s history and archaeology, its arts and culture, its proud sporting heritage and its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. Through quaint villages and bustling towns, this book takes the reader on a journey through County Derry and its vibrant past.A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this fascinating country.
The Little Book of Derry
Title | The Little Book of Derry PDF eBook |
Author | Cathal McGuigan |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 179 |
Release | 2015-09-07 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0750965835 |
The Little Book of Derry is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Derry. Here you will find out about Derry's history and archaeology, its arts and culture, its proud sporting heritage and its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. Through quaint villages and bustling towns, this book takes the reader on a journey through County Derry and its vibrant past. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this fascinating county.
The Little Book of Irish Landmarks
Title | The Little Book of Irish Landmarks PDF eBook |
Author | Cathal Coyle |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 174 |
Release | 2017-11-06 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0750985208 |
The Little Book of Irish Landmarks is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about some of Ireland's most iconic landmarks and popular tourist attractions. Here you will find out about the Giant's Causeway, Bunratty Castle, Blarney Castle, Newgrange, Cliffs of Moher, GPO Dublin, Tory Island, Skellig Michael, Hill of Tara and much more. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of the Emerald Isle.
The Little Book of County Down
Title | The Little Book of County Down PDF eBook |
Author | Doreen McBride |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 165 |
Release | 2018-12-21 |
Genre | History |
ISBN | 0750990392 |
Did you know? The world's worst novelist, Amanda McKittrick Ros, was born near Ballynahinch. The entire Kilkeel fishing fleet was sunk by a German U-boat on 30 May 1918 without the loss of a single life. Sir Hans Sloane, whose collection formed the foundation of the British Museum, was born in Killyleagh. The Little Book of County Down is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about this ancient county of Northern Ireland. Here you will find out about Co. Down's history, its literary heritage, its churches and castles, its festivals and fairs, and its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. A reliable and quirky guide, this little reference book can be dipped into time and again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this fascinating county.
The Brave Boys of Derry, Or, No Surrender!
Title | The Brave Boys of Derry, Or, No Surrender! PDF eBook |
Author | W. S. Martin |
Publisher | |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2010 |
Genre | Derry (Northern Ireland) |
ISBN | 9780982707401 |
Previously published: Kilkeel, Northern Ireland: Mourne Missionary Trust, 1986. First published around 1900.
The Little Book of Gaelic Football
Title | The Little Book of Gaelic Football PDF eBook |
Author | Andy Watters |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 188 |
Release | 2013-11-01 |
Genre | Reference |
ISBN | 0750955813 |
Ireland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Gaelic football in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and on after it slunk away with its tale between its legs, Ireland's love affair for 'our games' has endured.Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts and Gaelic football along with details of classic matches, statistical records, famous players, amusing anecdotes, and the general history of the game. This can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient game.
The Little Book of Donegal
Title | The Little Book of Donegal PDF eBook |
Author | Cathal Coyle |
Publisher | The History Press |
Pages | 150 |
Release | 2016-07-04 |
Genre | Travel |
ISBN | 0750969210 |
The Little Book of Donegal is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Donegal. Here you will find out about Donegal’s folklore and customs, its proud sporting heritage, its castles, forts and stone circles, its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. Through quaint villages and historic towns and along the ‘Wild Atlantic Way’, this book takes the reader on a journey through County Donegal and its vibrant past.A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this ancient county.