I Never Knew that About Ireland - Hardcover

Winn, Christopher

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0312368801 ISBN 13: 9780312368807

Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books, 2007

Synopsis

In this wonderful compendium, Christopher Winn gives a tour of the four provinces of Ireland---Connacht, Leinster, Munster, and Ulster. Find out where dreams were inspired, ideas were born, and where the unforgettable heroes of Ireland’s past now slumber. A treasure trove of fascinating stories, I Never Knew That About Ireland is packed full of information on the colorful history of the Emerald Isle.   This irresistible book gives a captivating insight into the heritage, memories, and monuments that have shaped each county in Ireland, searching out their secrets and unearthing their hidden gems. 

About this title

About the Author:

Christopher Winn is the author of the bestselling I Never Knew That About England. He is a writer, quiz master, and producer for theater and television who has written for many of England's most prestigious papers. He lives in London with his wife, who is also his illustrator. 

Review:

   · "A colourful array of Irish trivia... If you are holidaying in Ireland, this would serve as an amusing companion to a conventional guidebook." --Sunday Telegraph 

   · "Chock full of fascinating facts, funny stories and exquisitely fine drawings... This is a fabulous book." --Hugh Montgomery-Massingbird

About this edition

• Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0312368801
• ISBN 13: 9780312368807
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 309