The Gap of the North: The Archaeology and Folklore of Armagh, Down, Louth and Monaghan - Softcover

Cunningham, Noreen; Mcginn, Pat

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0862787076 ISBN 13: 9780862787073

Publisher: O'Brien Press, 2001

Synopsis

Historic monuments of Armagh, Down, Louth and Monaghan and the folklore surrounding them, in particular the Ring of Gullion which stands at the heart of South Armagh. The beautiful photographs of these monuments are accompanied by text, drawings and maps, locating the historic tradition of these border counties within the wider Irish tradition.

About this title

About the Author

Noreen Cunningham is currently working as curator of Newry Museum. She has completed a degree in Archaeology and Social Anthropology through Queen's University, Belfast. Pat McGinn is a graduate in Irish Studies from Queens University in Belfast. His previous work includes education assistant at the Slieve Gullion Courtyard Centre and journalist for The Examiner. He is currently involved in the Camlough Historical Society.

Review

'Packed with fascinating easy-to-assimilate detail, including many photographs, field guides and illustrations, this excellent little book focuses on the strong relationship between the impressive landscape and natural borders of this diverse and archaeologically-important area.' -- The Irish Democrat 'Unforgettable journey of discovery in the footsteps of our distant ancestors.' -- Books Ireland * Books Ireland * 'Contains many fascinating stories of the life, rituals and legends of our ancient ancestors.' -- Northern Standard

About this edition

• Publisher: O'Brien Press
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0862787076
• ISBN 13: 9780862787073
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144