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Author: Peter Harbison Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates ISBN: 9780883638309 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The treasures of Ireland are legendary. The physical beauty of the land itself is well documented, and the creations of its inhabitants are extraordinary. This lavish book focuses on Irish cultural history as expressed through her artists and artisans -- everything from ancient portal dolmens to the Book of Kells, from stone towers to medieval high crosses and soaring monasteries. Fortresses and castles and other architectural splendours are explored, along with early gold creations, masterful paintings, and stunning stained glass windows. In a variety of media including stonework, metalwork, handwork, architecture, and painting, Ireland's artists and craftspeople tell a provocative story of a land deeply rooted in tradition. This coffee-table book tours Ireland's rich cultural history with memorable stops at every imaginable venue.
Author: Peter Harbison Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates ISBN: 9780883638309 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The treasures of Ireland are legendary. The physical beauty of the land itself is well documented, and the creations of its inhabitants are extraordinary. This lavish book focuses on Irish cultural history as expressed through her artists and artisans -- everything from ancient portal dolmens to the Book of Kells, from stone towers to medieval high crosses and soaring monasteries. Fortresses and castles and other architectural splendours are explored, along with early gold creations, masterful paintings, and stunning stained glass windows. In a variety of media including stonework, metalwork, handwork, architecture, and painting, Ireland's artists and craftspeople tell a provocative story of a land deeply rooted in tradition. This coffee-table book tours Ireland's rich cultural history with memorable stops at every imaginable venue.
Author: Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art ISBN: 0870991647 Category : Art, Ancient Languages : en Pages : 228
Author: National Museum of Ireland Publisher: Irish Books & Media ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 326
Book Description
The National Museum of Ireland contains some of the most important Celtic and pre-Celtic artefacts in the world. This survey of the highlights of the museum's collection comprises texts summarising the different periods and extended captions describing each artefact under discussion.
Author: Lisa Gerard-Sharp Publisher: Dk Pub ISBN: 9780789463616 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 430
Book Description
A large format version of the popular Dorling Kindersley Travel Guide series features meticulously detailed three-dimensional and cutaway illustrations of popular landmarks and sites throughout Ireland, along with fascinating travel information, full-color photography, and detailed captions.
Author: T. W. Rolleston Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Religion Languages : en Pages : 533
Book Description
Myths and Legends of the Celtic Race by T.W. Rolleston is about a variety of myths about a group of people now considered the Bretons, the Cornish, the Irish, the Manx, the Scots, and the Welsh. Excerpt: "CHAPTER I: THE CELTS IN ANCIENT HISTORY . . . 7 CHAPTER II: THE RELIGION OF THE CELTS . . . . 36 CHAPTER III: THE IRISH INVASION MYTHS . . . . . 75 CHAPTER IV: THE EARLY MILESIAN KINGS . . . . 120 CHAPTER V: TALES OF THE ULTONIAN CYCLE . . 148 CHAPTER VI: TALES OF THE OSSIANIC CYCLE . . . 215 CHAPTER VII: THE VOYAGE OF MAELDUN . . . . . 265 CHAPTER VIII: MYTHS AND TALES OF THE CYMRY 284."
Author: Críostóir Mac Cárthaigh Publisher: Folklore of Ireland Council ISBN: Category : Art Languages : ga Pages : 218
Book Description
A collection of 16 essays showcasing some of the treasures of the National Folklore Collection. Each author has written about a particular aspect of the Collection's holdings such as the photographic collection, the paintings or the sound archive.
Author: Amanda Meredith Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781492107484 Category : Ireland Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
"Morgan MacQuill flees America with her newborn son, running from an abusive husband. She finds herself in Ireland, with family she never knew existed. She soon discovers a heritage and power kept hidden from her and a destiny that will change her life forever" -- back cover.
Author: Peter Harbison
Author: Peter Harbison
Author: Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)
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Author: Lisa Gerard-Sharp
Author: T. W. Rolleston
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Author: Joseph Dunn
Author: Críostóir Mac Cárthaigh
Author: Amanda Meredith