Oileain - the Irish Islands Guide 2nd Revised edition by Walsh, David (2014) Paperback

by David Walsh

During his 2014 state visit to the U.K the Irish President, Michael D. Higgins, gifted a copy of this book to HRH the Prince of Wales. Completely revised, this is the second edition of the sea kayaking guidebook - Oileain, The Irish Islands. The guide describes 270 more islands than the previous edition, has a wealth of new photos, a new design and improved presentation of the tidal information. Dave Walsh describes over 570 islands. The essential information for kayakers or anyone in a small boat is landings, camping, drinking water and tidal information. Any wildlife to be found is detailed and on the islands that are or have been inhabited there is a wealth of information on their history and archaeology. The stories are fascinating and often told with a wry humour which makes them very readable. The book is illustrated throughout with colour photographs and maps. The writing and photographs capture the very essence of the wild places described.

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[David · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fairly decent reference book to the Islands surrounding Ireland, god information for kayaking.