Beauties And Antiquities Of Ireland; Being A Tourist'S Guide To Its Most Beautiful Scenery & An Archæologist'S Manual For Its Most Interesting Ruins (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354750373)

A beguiling voyage through time, and a doorway to today's Ireland. Beauties And Antiquities Of Ireland invites readers to wander with the eye of a traveller and the curiosity of an archaeologist. This illustrated travel guide offers a concise, immersive map of Ireland's most beautiful scenery alongside a practical, archaeology-focused travelogue. In a single volume, the book returns to life Victorian-era sensibilities and modern discovery alike, pairing vivid landscapes with notes on ruins and landscapes, southern and western Ireland, and a treasury of Irish antiquities sites. It speaks to first time travellers and seasoned antiquarians alike, guiding self guided heritage tours with clarity and reverence. Historically significant as a landmark of antiquarian travel writing, the work blends travel observation with careful study of ruins, making it a valuable reference for scholars and a treasure for literature lovers. It is more than a reprint; it is a crafted preservation that recognises the book's place in Ireland's cultural narrative and its enduring appeal to curious minds. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, Beauties And Antiquities Of Ireland has been restored for today's readers and future generations. It is a collector's item and a cultural treasure, destined to enchant both casual readers and classic-literature collectors seeking an illustrated travel guide that fuses scenery, history, and the enduring allure of Irish heritage.

Author: Thomas O'Neill Russell
ISBN-10: 9354750370
ISBN-13: 9789354750373
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 06/08/2021
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d