- Hardcover: 162 pages
- Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates; illustrated edition edition (1 April 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0883638991
- ISBN-13: 978-0883638996
- Product Dimensions: 41 x 30.4 x 2.2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,891,340 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Spectacular Ireland, a magnificent collection of more then 140 colour photographs by some of Ireland's best landscape photographers and elegant text by Peter Harbison, one of Ireland's most distinguished archaeologists. This handsome volume celebrates Ireland, a small island country of extraordinary beauty, fascinating history, and evocative myths and legends where the old and the new thrive together in an interesting mix. From ancient standing stones and portal dolmens to breathtaking pastoral scenes, exuberant colourful gardens, and energetic cities of architectural sophistication, we take a photographic tour reflecting the soul and passion of this spectacular island. SPECTACULAR IRELAND is a breathtaking journey in words and image to one of the most beautiful places in the world. It is a rich heritage of history, magic, and mystery, that makes Ireland a favourite destination for tourist and armchair travellers alike.
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40 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Beautiful coffee table book
2 May 2000
Format:Hardcover
This is an essential book for anyone of Irish descent or who simply loves and wants to learn more about Ireland. It features brief historical information and many large breathtaking photos on premium glossy stock.
In the Ancient sites section many mysterious tombs with huge rocks are shown. Next, you get a look into Ireland's stone monasteries & abbeys featuring majestic stone crosses. Grand Castles are then explored.
The following sections on Ireland's gardens & landscapes are truly dazzling. The colors are so vibrant they make you feel as if you're there. A few 3-page fold-out panorama's are included.
The cites chapter highlights Ireland's buildings including many impressive photos of doorways, churches, & cityscapes. Lastly, the Irish people are shown playing sports, celebrating holidays, & performing traditional dances & music.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
A Must Have!
8 Jun 2006
Format:Hardcover
First of all, please note that this is a coffee table-type book. It is oversized and oddly-shaped. So if that bothers you, steer clear.
BUT the size is very appropriate to the pictures! It's a large-rectangular book that fits the panoramic wide-angle photography inside of it! The photos are intensely colored and the paper used in side the book is a thicker, glossy high-quality paper. Some of the most gorgeous photographs of Irelands landscapes, castles and towns are in this book. It also includes a bit of history.
FYI... the book normally comes with a slip-cover that has the same cover design printed on it that the actual book cover underneath has. Nice touch. A lot of books of this fashion do not have the same cover printed on the actual book itself, but only the slip-cover.
Very nice. If you love photography or Ireland...or both....this is the book for you!
BUT the size is very appropriate to the pictures! It's a large-rectangular book that fits the panoramic wide-angle photography inside of it! The photos are intensely colored and the paper used in side the book is a thicker, glossy high-quality paper. Some of the most gorgeous photographs of Irelands landscapes, castles and towns are in this book. It also includes a bit of history.
FYI... the book normally comes with a slip-cover that has the same cover design printed on it that the actual book cover underneath has. Nice touch. A lot of books of this fashion do not have the same cover printed on the actual book itself, but only the slip-cover.
Very nice. If you love photography or Ireland...or both....this is the book for you!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Spectacular Ireland
22 April 2002
Format:Hardcover
I recently moved to Ireland, and my wife and I wanted something to base our site seeing. It has been a great help in deciding our weekend trips. The pictures depict Ireland correctly. WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET!
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