«We are going on a long mysterious journey to find out what we can about the Island of Ireland! «The Story of Ireland» begins 'After the Ice' and lasts 9000 years. It tells the story of the whole island and its people. The book's 27 chapters chronicle the big picture of invasions, wars, Christianity, famine and a divided island, mixed with tales of Celtic head hunters, mysterious stone tombs, the Vikings, the black death, life in castles, the Titanic tragedy, music, mobiles and computers. When it ends a new story is just beginning. New pocket-sized hardback edition of the award-winning, must-have book at a great price. This title is included in the «White Ravens 2008» collection and winner of the Irish Children's Book of the Year (Irish Book Awards) 2008.»

New Friends. Old Enemies. Who can you trust? Wynter Moorehawke travels alone and unprotected in bandit-infested forests, searching for the rebel Prince Alberon. But many enemies are lurking in the shadows. It seems that every tyrant and zealot who has ever threatened the Kingdom is sending emissaries to meet Alberon. Wynter becomes increasingly nervous of the prince's intentions. She is overjoyed when Razi and Christopher re-appear, but where old friends go, old enemies soon follow and Wynter finds herself confronted with the infamous Wolves — the Loups-Garous. It is to Christopher's adopted people, the Merron, that Wynter and Razi must now turn for sanctuary. But the Merron have sided with their mortal enemy, Marguerite Shirken. What is behind these strange alliances and is Alberon at the centre of it all?

This 250-year old story will fascinate lovers of Guinness beer and memorabilia as well as those interested in this remarkable family of brewers and the industrial history of Ireland's most famous export. Over 100 fascinating photographs bring to life the pivotal role that the Guinness brewery has played in Ireland for over two centuries: the early days of the brewery; the Guinness dynasty; the brewing process; the unique industrial complex at St James' Gate; day-to-day life behind the gates; the hugely successful export operation; and key moments in the history of the brewery. By the twentieth century St James' Gate was the largest brewery in the world, and Guinness had become forever synonymous with Ireland.

Hide and Speak goes further than most picture word books. It offers an effective and simple way to learn over 130 key Irish words following the tried-and-tested method of 'look, cover and speak'. Using the two wipe-clean flaps at the back of the book to cover the words or the pictures, you can practise speaking or writing the words as many times as you want. The book is organized into 15 popular themes including farm, school, family, colours and food. It is an enjoyable and practical way to learn the first essential words in Irish! It is an enjoyable and practical way to learn the first essential words in Irish!

Dara is not happy. Mum and Dad must go away for two whole days. Dara wants to go too. Poor Dara! But Uncle Joe has a big surprise! Expertly designed specifically for very young children, perfect as a lead-up to the Panda series.

On the farm, some very strange noises are keeping the farmer awake. The ducks are having fun singing and banging 'instruments' — what a racket! But their noise is keeping someone else awake too, wily Mr Fox. There's trouble on the way... Panda number 20.

At last here comes a definitive, entertaining and easy to use Irish cookbook bursting with the colours and flavours of Irish food. With chapters on breads & baking, breakfasts, soups, starters, mains, desserts & drinks, this book also includes festive dishes and fascinating details of Irish food traditions and folklore. Written by Biddy White Lennon, this book focuses on the simple, easy to find ingredients which are at the heart of Irish cooking. This comprehensive cookbook is fully illustrated with new colour photographs and written in an easy accessible style with step-by-step instructions.

Now available in paperback for the first time — this spectacular and highly acclaimed collection of specially commissioned new poems for children is already an established bestseller. Featuring work by 103 leading Irish poets and stunning illustrations, this magnificent anthology is a book for the entire family to treasure. It includes poems from: Seamus Heaney, Thomas Kinsella, Maighread Medbh, Paula Meehan, Brendan Kennelly, Michael Longley, Rita Ann Higgins, Matthew Sweeney, Biddy Jenkinson, Desmond O'Grady, Richard Murphy, Nuala ni Dhomhnaill, Celia de Freine, Cathal O Searcaigh, Frank McGuinness, Julie O'Callaghan, Tom McIntyre, Paul Muldoon, Dermot Bolger, Eilean Ni Chuilleanain, Frank Ormsby, Siobhan Campbell, Dennis O'Driscoll, John Montague, Moya Cannon, Peter Fallon, Mary O'Malley, Micheal O'Siadhail, and John F Deane. It is published by the O'Brien Press in association with Poetry Ireland and is supported by the National Lottery through the Arts Council of Northern Ireland.

Poor Hal. He wants to go to the sleepover party. But he's too small. What can he do? Granny has the answer! A simple story for beginner readers or students just starting to learn English, perfect as a lead-up to the Panda series.

Molly cannot sleep. It is too dark and too quiet. And there are monsters! What can Nanna and Grandad do? Expertly designed specifically for very young children, this book is perfect as a lead-up to the Panda series.

«This is a deadly compendium of all your favourite feckin' books. Do you know the difference between a bowsie and a cute hoor? Can you sing all the words to «Raggle Taggle Gypsy» or whip up a Beef and Guinness casserole with a side of Boxty? If these questions have you scratching your head, then look no further. Discover how feckin' deadly Irish Slang can be, find out why plastic-wrap played a vital role in the sex lives of the Irish in the seventies, learn the words to the most beloved Irish songs and get the recipes for the most famous and delicious Irish dishes. «The Feckin' Book of Everything Irish» is a laughter-filled guide to the genuine culture of Ireland.»

Ireland is clearly but indefinably different to other lands; it has a strange compound of weather, landscape, people... and that something extra, the remnants of a pagan and mediaeval past. These elements of people and place combine to give the country a magic all its own. This magic can be found throughout the country; it can be felt at ancient horse fairs or ruined castles, and even on the streets of modern Irish towns. This book encapsulates all that is wonderful about Ireland, from the natural landscape to traditional shopfronts, to give an overall impression of what makes Ireland magical.

This charming book tells the adventures of an outcast little black sheep and how he saved the whole flock in a snowstorm and gave the shepherd a bright idea. That put the bossy sheepdog in its place!

New edition of this accessible, clearly-written account of the IRA from its beginnings to today. It covers the origins and history of the organisation, its aims, the political and military thinking which has driven its activities, and the major personalities who have shaped the direction of the movement down through the years. The relationship with the Irish and British governments is examined, as well as the effects of the major bombing campaigns and the 1981 hunger strikes. It also explains the radical shift in thinking which led to the IRA seeking a political way towards the goal of Irish unity rather than pursuing the entrenched 'Brits Out' policy at the point of a gun. The background to the IRA ceasefire, and the many factors which contributed to its ending are looked at, as well as the prospects for a lasting peace in one of the world's most troubled arenas. This is intended as an easy-to-read overview of the IRA and the Northern situation, accessible to both the tourist and the interested general reader. This new edition has been fully updated for 2007.

The magical sites of Celtic Ireland celebrate a vibrant blend of early Christian and pagan belief dating back to a time when worship in the oak groves went hand-in-hand with worship in the churches. Its sacred places — holy wells, monasteries and high crosses — retain their unique atmosphere; through these photographs and text we can explore these special places and share in the Celtic affinity with nature and the divine.

Bimbot is thrown out of the tree-house gang for being a crybaby. Robots don't cry, Rusty, Klunk and Klang tell him. In the woods Bimbot meets a skunk with no smell, a bee with no stripes and a bear who is afraid of heights. Can his new friends help him out? This is the first book from an original and exciting new author.

As a serious study of the nuances of the English language as spoken in Ireland, this book is as useful as tits on a bull. On the other hand, if you'd like to have a baldy of understanding the various expressions you regularly hear around Ireland, you'd have to be a few brassers short of a whorehouse to ignore it. So stall the ball there! Whether you're a fine doorful of a woman or you're so hungry you'd eat an oul' wan's arse through a blackthorn bush, this invaluable collection of Ireland's most treasured (and irreverent) sayings is definitely worth having a gander at.

Emma is clumsy. She drops her food. She drops her toys. Will she ever learn to juggle like Peter?

The history of Irish traditional music, song and dance from the mythological harp of the Dagda right up to Riverdance. Exploring an abundant spectrum of historical sources, music and folklore, this guide uncovers the contribution of the Normans to Irish dancing, the role of the music maker in Penal Ireland, as well as the popularity of dance tunes and set dancing from the end of the 18th century. It also follows the music of the Irish diaspora from as far apart as Newfoundland and the music halls of vaudeville to the musical tapestry of Irish America today.

Emma is angry. Her big brother loves to scare her. He jumps at her in the dark. What can she do? This title is illustrated by Woody Fox.