This compact paperback is a veritable almanac of facts on a favorite subject, Ireland. For any traveler, armchair or otherwise, it's an engrossing and exhaustive compendium of vital data on the country, its people, history, culture, sports, weather, landmark events, and geography. All 32 counties, north and south, are represented, along with information on food, drinks, clans, customs, myths and legends, geology, politics, and literature. It's the essential guide to everything Irish!
Antony Shaw has written widely on history, culture and current affairs. He is the co-author of Ireland: History Culture, People and the Illustrated Guide to World History.