Most people think of Australia's convict past as decidedly English. Anne McMahon tells the story of the Irish prisoners roped into the British transportation scheme. Poverty, civil unrest and overcrowded prisons in Ireland from 1823 to 1837 led to thousands of men being sentenced to transportation to Australia. They were confined mainly to hulks ......
The Rough Guide to the A-Z of Travel - the latest picture-packed addition to Rough Guides' Inspiration range - showcases exceptional global destinations for every budget in an inspirational, recommendation-rich coffee-table book. From vibrant cities, to nature hotspots, The Rough Guide to the A-Z of Travel highlights dozens of outstanding global ......
Life and Death at Sea during the Great Irish Famine
Honorable Mention, Theodore Saloutos Book Award, given by the Immigration and Ethnic History Society A vivid, new portrait of Irish migration through the letters and diaries of those who fled their homeland during the Great Famine The standard story of the exodus during Ireland's Great Famine is one of tired cliches, half-truths, and dry ......
The first scholarly history of British and Irish fairies in over half a century. Expanded with a fairy map of Britain and a survey of the most recent sightings claimed by twenty-first century Brits.
Boasting deserted beaches, towering sea-cliffs and tiny harbours - not to mention rich cultural and historical interest - the west of Ireland has much to entice the visitor, and with many miles of quiet roads, its a cyclists paradise. The Wild Atlantic Way is a driving route along Irelands Atlantic seaboard, covering over 2,350km of coastline ......
The Rough Guide to Ireland Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. World-renowned 'tell it like it is' travel guide, now with free eBook. Discover Ireland with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to ......
"This fresh biography of Ian Fleming presents an illuminating portrayal of the iconic creator of James Bond. Oliver Buckton provides the first in-depth exploration of the process of Ian Flemings writing, his wartime intelligence work, and the strong women in his life, concluding with a thorough analysis of the James Bond films and Flemings ......
This Insight Guide is a lavishly illustrated inspirational travel guide to Ireland and a beautiful souvenir of your trip. Perfect for travellers looking for a deeper dive into the destination's history and culture, it's ideal to inspire and help you plan your travels. With its great selection of places to see and colourful magazine-style layout, ......
This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Dublin. It covers top attractions like Temple Bar and tours of Georgian Dublin, as well as hidden gems, including The Book of Kells, the National Gallery and Christchurch Cathedral, as well as a once in a lifetime trip to ......
