Wanderings in Leitrim and Afar - Hardcover

O'Connell, Kevin J.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1907179410 ISBN 13: 9781907179419

Publisher: Original Writing Ltd

Synopsis

In this book the author declares that he is a writer, but he goes on to explain that he is not a writer in the accepted sense, as he does not write in order to make a living. However, during his working life, he has written a great deal, and indeed the photo accompanying the introduction was taken in IDA headquarters, where a book by him has just been launched. The book in question is a good example of his desire to give something back.A" This he has done throughout his working life and into retirement, by seeking ways in which he could share his acquired knowledge with others in the interest of supporting Irish industry and creating job opportunities. The book he is holding in the photo is titled; Going the Quality RoadA", and it was intended to acquaint the captains of small Irish industries with the concepts of Quality Management.A" The book to which he has now put his name is very different in that he is inviting the reader to accompany him on a journey into his personal history, and to share with him the emotions and reactions, which will accompany the journey. He hopes that you will find the experience worthwhile.

About this title

About the Author

Born in County Leitrim in 1928 Primary education in Ballinamore National School. Secondary education in Saint Mel's College, Longford 1942-1947. University qualification in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering in 1951. Selected by Metropolitan Vickers Electrical Company, Manchester, for a one year course in the practical application of engineering theory 1951-1952. Award of B.Sc in Applied Science in 1952. Joined the Engineering branch of the Department of Posts and Telegraphs in November 1953. Moved to the newly established RTE as Engineer-in-charge of Ireland's first high-power TV transmitter on Kippure mountain in 1961. Became manager of Studios and Outside Broadcasts 1966-1968. Head of Production Facilities, Television 1968-1972. Head of Network 1972-1978. Deputy Director Engineering and Head of Network 1978-1983. Director of Engineering 1978-1991. Retired from RTE but continued to give something backA" by his work for the Mentor Programme in gratitude for an interesting and rewarding career. His writings, as a participant in George Ferguson's writing group, have given him many hours of pleasure and this book is the result.

Edition details

• Publisher: Original Writing Ltd
• ISBN 10: 1907179410
• ISBN 13: 9781907179419
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1