Croagh Patrick by Harry Hughes

Croagh Patrick by Harry Hughes

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Including wonderful photographs and illustrations, Harry Hughes’ book describes the pilgrimage and details the history, archaeology, ancient traditions and folklore associated with Croagh Patrick.

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Croagh Patrick by Harry Hughes

Including wonderful photographs and illustrations, Harry Hughes' book describes the pilgrimage and details the history, archaeology, ancient traditions and folklore associated with Croagh Patrick.

'New book captures the Reek’s spirit and beauty'

-- Connaught Telegraph

'a beautifully illustrated publication'

-- Connaught Telegraph

'the photography.. is picture perfect'

-- Connaught Telegraph

'absolutely packed with fact, myth, folklore and handed down stories about Croagh Patrick itself’ ‘peppered with fantastic black and white and colour photographs, which depict the mountains and its pilgrims over the last 150 years'

-- Western People and Roscommon Herald

'makes a most interesting read, especially for those who have more than a passing interest in Croagh Patrick as a place of pilgrimage and a place of beauty'

-- Western People and Roscommon Herald

'a beautiful publication ... beautifully written and laid out'

-- Western People and Roscommon Herald

'captures the mystical mystery of this imposing mountain'

-- Mayo News

'wonderful potpourri of history and folklore, archaeology and etymology'

-- Mayo News

'each busy chapter in this poignant book chronicles an essential tale that pits human frailty and determination against the steadfast power of nature mediated by our integral quest for the transcendent - that elusive world beyond the horizon'

-- Mayo News

'[the author’s] enthusiasm and affection for Croagh Patrick come across in every page making this an enjoyable and informative read'

-- Books Ireland

'wonderful photographs and illustrations capture the sheer beauty and spirit of Croagh Patrick'

-- Donegal People's Press

'This book brings together stunning photographs of the mountain and the surrounding scenery as well as detailing the history, archaeology, ancient traditions and folklore of the area ... The author brings his profound knowledge of this fascinating subject

-- Ireland of the Welcomes
Harry Hughes, author of a number of local history books, lives in Westport, County Mayo. He is chairman of the Croagh Patrick Archaeological Committee and chairman of the Croagh Patrick Famine Memorial Committee and is a member of the Croagh Patrick Millennium Park Committee. The Croagh Patrick Archaeological Committee organised the FÁS sponsored archaeological survey of Croagh Patrick and its environs. The author is also a former chairman of the Clew Bay Archaeological Trail and Friends of Clew Bay.
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ISBN 13 9781788490276
ISBN 10 1788490274
Title Croagh Patrick
Author Harry Hughes
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher O'Brien Press Ltd
Year published 2018-04-02
Number of pages 96
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.