The Little Book Of Gaelic Football
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Author | : Andy Watters |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 198 |
Release | : 2013-11-01 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 0750955813 |
Ireland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Gaelic football in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and onwards, Ireland's love affair for 'our games' has always endured. Fact-packed and light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts about Gaelic football along with details of classic matches, statistical records, famous players, amusing anecdotes, and a general history. This can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient game.
Author | : Anne Holland |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 166 |
Release | : 2014-10-06 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 0750958286 |
Do you know what the oldest horse race in Britain is, where the term 'gee-gee' comes from, or who is credited with bringing racing to Ascot? Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and quirky guide reveals little-known facts, details of classic races, famous riders, racing records, amusing anecdotes and criminal goings-on. A compendium of the fascinating, strange and entertaining, The Little Book of Horse Racing can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient sport.
Author | : Hugh Oram |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 178 |
Release | : 2014-10-01 |
Genre | : Travel |
ISBN | : 0750958294 |
The Little Book of Ballsbridge is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about this leafy suburb of Dublin. Here you will find out about Ballsbridge’s famous (and occasionally infamous) residents, its proud sporting heritage, its churches and great houses and its natural history. Down wide streets and past elegant houses, this book takes the reader on a journey through Ballsbridge and its vibrant past. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of Dublin’s ‘embassy belt’.
Author | : Andy Watters |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 138 |
Release | : 2014-09-01 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 0750961406 |
This is the ultimate Gaelic games quiz book for Kerry supporters. An ideal gift for fans of all ages, this is your chance to interact with the county's long and eventful history in Gaelic football and hurling from early successes and classic matches to more recent heroics. Informative and fun, this book is the perfect companion for those long match-day trips up, down and across the country or for simply testing you and your mates ́ knowledge of our illustrious teams. From the obscure to the things you need to know, the book is packed with 30 themed rounds of questions designed to entertain and amuse all Kerry supporters. So get your thinking caps on - it ́s quiz time!
Author | : Eddie Ryan |
Publisher | : Mercier Press Ltd |
Total Pages | : 212 |
Release | : 2014-09-01 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 1781172900 |
Did you know that in 1924, Mick Gill created history by winning two All-Ireland Senior Hurling medals in the same year and for different counties? Jack Lynch is the only player in GAA history to have won six successive All-Ireland medals (five in hurling). The 2013 All-Ireland Hurling Final was the first to be played under flood-lights, exactly 100 years after Croke Park was first purchased. Do you know the name of every inter-county ground in Ireland? Who was full forward on the team of the Millenium? Who was the 1,000th All Star Award winner? In 'The Little Book of GAA Facts', Eddie Ryan has gathered together a treasure trove of knowledge about a nation's passion. The book charts the history of Gaelic games, blending amazing stories and unique facts, records and outstanding achievements.
Author | : Eddie Ryan (Sports writer) |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 281 |
Release | : 2014 |
Genre | : Gaelic football |
ISBN | : 9781781172919 |
A comprehensive collection of stories, statistics and little known facts from the worlds of hurling, camogie, men's and ladies' football and GAA handball.
Author | : Joe Butler |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 18 |
Release | : 2018 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9781788490634 |
You're never too young to learn the essentials of GAA! This board book is perfect for the little all-star in your life, no matter which county you live in. Sliotar, boots, point, goal, helmet, bainisteoir and the rest: it's all in My First Book of GAA! With simple text and pictures, this bright and colourful book is perfect for the youngest GAA fan - no matter who you cheer for!
Author | : Jack Mahon |
Publisher | : Gill |
Total Pages | : 300 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Gaelic football |
ISBN | : 9780717132799 |
Gaelic football is one of the most popular spectator sports in Ireland, with matches regularly attracting 35,000-60,000 spectators. This is a comprehensive history of the game.
Author | : Kieran McCarthy |
Publisher | : The History Press |
Total Pages | : 170 |
Release | : 2015-09-07 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0750965851 |
Did You Know? Cork's Lord Mayors still annually perform the traditional 'Throwing the Dart' ceremony to signify their authority over the port and harbour. On the corner of the Grand Parade and Tuckey Street, embedded into the pavement, is a cannon that was reputedly used during the Siege of Cork. In November 1930 a world speed record was set by Joseph S. Wright when he rode his motorcycle at 150mph up the Carrigrohane Straight Road in Cork. The Little Book of Cork is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about Cork City. Here you will find out about Cork's buildings and businesses, its proud sporting heritage, its hidden corners and its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. Through its bustling thoroughfares and down winding laneways, this book takes the reader on a journey through Cork and its vibrant past, recalling the people and events that shaped this great city. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of Cork.
Author | : Martin Breheny |
Publisher | : Carlton Publishing Group |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Gaelic football |
ISBN | : 9781842223369 |
The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Gaelic Football & Hurling is a comprehensive, single-volume work on two of Ireland's most popular sports. They combine skill, athleticism and courage in a wonderfully exciting mix, arousing passions throughout the country and great rivalries between not just county teams, but the teams of each parish too. The GAA is the governing body and is based at Croke Park which hosts the finals of the All-Ireland Championships in both games each September. This book gives one of the best overviews of the two sports, explaining the rules, the development of each and looking at the players and managers who have made the sports the successes they are today. With thrilling descriptions of the great matches and accounts of all the key moments, The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Gaelic Football & Hurling contains everything of importance on Ireland's two greatest national sports.