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Dingle, My Only Place

d_oceanworld — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 04:28:59 +0000

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Ireland’s Dingle Peninsula with Dingle, My Only Place, a stunning photographic collection by acclaimed Irish landscape photographer John Hooton. Over nearly 40 years, Hooton has captured the rugged beauty and serene vistas of this unique region, presenting a visual journey that showcases its diverse scenery—from dramatic coastlines to tranquil countryside. This hardcover volume, published in December 2015, spans 176 pages of high-quality images that reflect Hooton’s deep connection to the Dingle Peninsula. An essential addition to any collection, this book offers a window into one of Ireland’s most picturesque areas.

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Magnetic Bookmark – Penguin

andrew — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:23:46 +0000

This magnetic penguin bookmark features a beautifully illustrated penguin art, featuring an adult chinstrap penguin and young chick. This is the perfect gift for an avid reader and lover of all things penguin! Due to the magnetic closure, this bookmark easily wraps around the pages of your book to mark your spot without damaging the paper.

4 cm wide x 9 cm long

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Magnetic Bookmark – Whale

andrew — Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:18:17 +0000

This magnetic whale bookmark features a beautifully illustrated collage of humpback whales, amongst flowing waves of water. This is the perfect gift for an avid reader and lover of the sea! Due to the magnetic closure, this bookmark easily wraps around the pages of your book to mark your spot without damaging the paper.

4 cm wide x 9 cm long

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The Islander

andrew — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:26:10 +0000

Discover the captivating and raw account of life on the Great Blasket Island with Tomás O’Crohan’s “The Islander.” Set off the west coast of Kerry, this autobiography was written as the nineteenth century drew to a close, capturing a small community facing the dawn of a new era.

This paperback edition presents the first complete translation of “An tOileánach,” originally published in 1929. Based on Professor Seán Ó Coileáin’s definitive 2002 Irish language edition, it includes many passages previously omitted from Robin Flower’s 1930s English translation, some of which were considered too earthy for the time.

Tomás O’Crohan, a fisherman who taught himself to read and write in his native tongue around the age of forty, describes in vivid and unaffected language the harsh and unforgiving landscape of human experience on the Blaskets. “The Islander” offers an authentic glimpse into a life that was raw, real, and extremely challenging.

Translated by Garry Bannister and David Sowby (2013), written By Tomas O’Crohan

English – Paperback – 336 pages

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Ireland’s Wild Flowers

andrew — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 11:02:41 +0000

Embark on a journey through Ireland’s diverse flora with A Beginner’s Guide to Ireland’s Wild Flowers by John Akeroyd. Published by Sherkin Island Marine Station in 2008, this comprehensive guide offers an accessible introduction to over 100 of Ireland’s most common wildflowers. Each species is presented with detailed descriptions and vibrant images, making it an invaluable resource for nature enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in Ireland’s natural heritage.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Ireland’s Seashore

andrew — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:17:02 +0000

Produced by the Sherkin Island Marine Station, this pocket-sized guide is suitable for beginners of all ages in their exploration of Ireland’s marine life along the shoreline.

The 208 paged guide includes:

high quality photographs of animals and plants
Common, Scientific and Irish names
descriptions to aid in identification
information on shore types and features
colour-coded groups for easy use

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Ireland’s Hidden Depths

andrew — Sun, 09 Oct 2022 15:01:08 +0000

Ireland’s Hidden Depths by Paul Kay, published by Sherkin Island Marine Station, is a stunning visual and written exploration of the captivating marine life found in Ireland’s shallow coastal waters. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience as a marine photographer, Paul Kay brings to life the rich biodiversity of Ireland’s temperate waters through breathtaking underwater photography and engaging commentary.

Despite the clear temperate waters of Ireland’s west coast, the undersea world remains largely unseen and underappreciated. This beautifully crafted book invites readers to dive into a hidden underwater world, where they’ll encounter a diverse array of fascinating and beautiful creatures that call these coastal waters home.

Perfect for marine enthusiasts, divers, and anyone passionate about Ireland’s natural heritage, Ireland’s Hidden Depths offers a unique glimpse into the wonders of the ocean, making it an essential addition to any nature lover’s collection.

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From the Great Blasket to America

andrew — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:54:38 +0000

By Michael Carney with Gerald Hayes

Paperback: 210 pages

Mike Carney, was born on the Great Blasket Island in 1920. Raised in that unique, isolated Irish-speaking community, Mike left in 1937 to seek a better future in Dublin and eventually in America. The death of his younger brother on the island without a priest or doctor in 1947 set off a chain of events that led to its evacuation. Mike played a pivotal role in the process, lobbying Éamon de Valera to relocate the remaining islanders living in increasingly desperate conditions. Mike settled in Springfield, Massachusetts, with other former islanders. While taking advantage of opportunities in his adopted country, he never lost his love for the country of his birth, saying 'it's like loving both parents'. This is the story of his life and his efforts to preserve the memory of the Great Blasket, to promote Irish culture in America, to respect roots left behind and to set down roots in a new land. Written as Mike approached the age of ninety-three, with his son-in-law Gerald Hayes, this memoir is probably the last in a long line of books written by Blasket Islanders, including Tomás Ó Criomhthain, Muiris Ó Súilleabháin and Peig Sayers. Recounting one man's life but relating the experience of many, it chronicles a lifetime devoted to family, community and legacy. All the while, he seems haunted by the immortal words of Ó Criomhthain: the like of us will never be again.

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The Irish Mackerel Fishery and the Making of an Industry

andrew — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:40:12 +0000

The Irish Mackerel Fishery and the Making of an Industry is a comprehensive 245-page history authored by John Molloy, Ireland’s leading expert on mackerel and herring fisheries. Published in 2004 by the Marine Institute and the Killybegs Fishermen’s Organisation, this book delves into the evolution of one of Ireland’s most profitable fisheries. Rich with anecdotes, historical facts, and figures, it is lavishly illustrated in colour, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of the mackerel industry’s development and its significance to Irish fishing communities, particularly in Donegal.

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