Spectacular Ireland

by Peter Harbison

There is a sweet inscription inside, front cover, please see a photo of it in this listing. Otherwise, the book is clean.

Genres: Nonfiction, Ireland, Photography, Travel, Irish Literature, Art

136 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

About the author

Peter Harbison, PhD

Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beautiful photography capture these stunning landscapes. While I appreciated much of the information, the text breathes more pragmatism that spirit. The author mentions some ballads and poetry, but doesn't make the best use of them. I was also distracted by a really very small font size. I get it... most readers probably don't actually READ these picture books, but the text might be more engaging if it were a bit more accessible. I especially would have appreciated if the locations of photos were a little easier to see quickly.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good book for an armchair tour of Ireland with many pictures that are, yes, spectacular. Like a knowledgable guide, the succinct narrative added context and insight, which I especially appreciated in the chapters on prehistoric sites, monasteries and abbeys, and fortresses and castles. The font size was a little small, though, for comfortable reading.

[Jodie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely beautiful photography in this book. It is my dream to visit Ireland before I die.

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Picked this book up pretty cheap as a bargain book. I have always loved Ireland and this book has some wonderful pictures.

[SilverPen Pub]

Spectacular Ireland by Peter Harbison (2001)

[Stephen Heverin]

Spectacular Ireland by Peter Harbison (2001)

[Erika · Rating 4 out of 5]

Photos are gorgeous, text isn't that great.