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West Coast Rare Books

West Coast Rare Books

Westport / Ireland

Hayward, Munster and the City of Cork.

Hayward, Munster and the City of Cork.

Hayward, Richard. Munster and the City of Cork. With pencil drawings by Raymond Piper. First Edition. London, Phoenix House / J.M. Dent & Sons, 1964. 17 x 25cm. (14), 354 pages. Original clothbound hardcover with gilt decoration. Excellent condition other than slightly bumped corners. Previous owner’s bookplate on front endpaper. Inscription on front free endpaper.

The final volume of Hayward’s “This Is Ireland” series. Starting from a central point in each county of Munster, Richard Hayward leads the reader on from place to place. In a light, informative way, the author deals with the history, scenery, geology, and folklore of each area. His warm style and his unique knowledge of Ireland are bred of his deep affection for a country which he has studied continuously ever since he was a boy. [From jacket notes]

Our price: EUR 35,-- 

Hayward, Munster and the City of Cork.
Hayward, Munster and the City of Cork.
Hayward, Munster and the City of Cork.

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