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Cormac's Corner
A compilation of some of the best of his weekly columns in the Irish Voice and other publications, Cormac offers an often wickedly accurate insight on life in the west of Ireland. Alternately witty, funny, and sometimes achingly sad, it's an absorbing collection that we promise will be hard to put down.
Click here for Cormac - UK and here for Cormac - USA.
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Never miss an opportunity to celebrate your Irish heritage with this rich treasury of stories, illustrations, poems, traditions, food, activities, games dances and songs marking a wide variety of events in the Celtic calendar.
Click here for Celebrating Irish Festivals
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A beautifully crafted book with plenty of substance for those who wish to immerse themselves in the seasonal customs and culture of the ancient Celts.
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Click here for Celtic Spirit
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Irish Wild Plants: Myths, Legends & Folklore
by Niall Mac Coitir
There are many myths and legends and much folklore associated with the wild plants and flowers of Ireland. In ancient times, it was also believed there were 365 different parts to the body, and a different plant existed to cure the ailments of each part. Discover them all in this beautifully illustrated work which features specially commissioned watercolours by Grania Langrishe.
Click here for Irish Wild Plants.
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Celtic Names for Children
by Loretto Todd
The meaning behind each name is explained, as are associated myths, stories, places or saints. Also included are pronunciation guides, interesting facts about some of the best-known Celtic names, and over 120,000 variations of the names listed.
Click here for Celtic names for Children.
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The Search for God and Guinness
by Stephen Mansfield
Frothy, delicious, intoxicating and nutritious! No, not Guinness Stout - Stephen Mansfield's fabulous book. It's a rare brew that takes faith, philanthropy and the frothy head of freshly-poured Guinness and combines them into an inspiring narrative. Adapted from Amazon reviews.
Click here for God & Guinness
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New & Expanded Edition!
Updated for 2013 - An entertaining collection of facts, trivia and stories about Ireland and Celtic culture. With unusual Irish quotations, proverbs, a guide to Irish baby names and stories about Craic, Celtic Knots, Strawboys and other Celtic traditions.
Click here for Fun Things.
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Chickens in the Garden
In 2013, Ms. Fadely, one-eighth Irish but one hundred percent American, moved from California to the country she fell in love with the first time she saw it. She didn't buy an old ruin to restore or go on a quest in search of her Irish roots, the things so many other Americans have done and written about, she didn't do anything noble or grand, she simply lived in a place she loved, basking in the culture and delighting in the beauty of the country, and the kindness and humor of the people she met. Along the way she kept a journal and from that journal Chickens in the Garden, Wellies by the Door was born.
Click here for Chickens in the Garden
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Seasons of Ireland: Thoughts, Poems, Proverbs & Recipes
Come along on a journey through the four seasons of Ireland. Hear the cries of the rooks in winter and warm yourself by the fire...wish on a dandelion and watch for rainbows in spring...see the lush green and vibrant colors of summer and linger in the long, late twilight... walk through the leaves of autumn to meet friends for a cup of tea or a pint. Along the way, find beauty in Irish blessings, wisdom in Irish proverbs, and experience even more of the flavor of a very special place by trying some tasty Irish dishes. A great gift book for anyone who loves and misses Ireland, or those who simply wish to spend some time in a magical and peaceful place. Relax into Ireland, without need for wellies or an umbrella. And you needn't have any Irish ancestry at all to feel just a little Irish for a while. "May you always have a roof for the rain, walls for the wind, and tea beside the fire."
Click here for Seasons of Ireland
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Fri, Sep 27, 2024
 The Galway Hooker
This unique vessel, with its distinctive curved lines and bright red sails, originated in the village of Claddagh. During the 19th century, hookers supported a significant fishing industry and also carried goods, livestock and fuel. Seán Rainey is remembered for building the last of the original boats, the Truelight, for Martin Oliver who was to become the last king of the Claddagh; as king, he was entitled to white sails on his boat. Since the mid seventies, many of the old sailing craft which were on the verge of extinction have been lovingly restored and new ones have been built. During the summer months they can be seen at festivals such a Cruinniú na mBád - the Gathering of the Boats - in Kinvara.
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 Can't Find it?!
Our Library is compiled from what we know and like. If you can't find what you're looking for read on.
• First: go to Amazon -
There's no escaping the fact that they are the largest catalog.
Note: There are multiple Amazons and they do not carry exactly the same items. Any one of the U.S., U.K. and Canada sites may not have the item but another Amazon will. Each site will ship anywhere in the world. Try them all before you give up.
Click here for Amazon.US.
Click here for Amazon.UK.
Click here for Amazon.Canada.
• Second: Amazon doesn't have it? Try Powells. They are the largest book source in New York and they have a good selection of 'out of print' books. Click here for Powells.
This link brings you to a list of 600 Irish titles; if you're looking for something else, just Search.
• Third: Still can't find It? Alright, try ALibris they are the place for 'books you never thought you'd find'. We've found everything we were after. Click here for ALibris.
• Last: Nothing Worked?
E-Mail us, we'll give it a go. Click for Russ & Bridget.
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Celtic Bookmark
Elegant bookmark is made of silver over pewter. It measures 3" x 1". When in use, the pretty Celtic design sticks out of your book. Or choose Trinity Knot or Celtic Heart.
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