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The Irish Pub
James Fennell, Turtle Bunbury
£24.95
A rich and engaging record of the continuing allure of the Irish pub
Overview
Ireland is synonymous with pubs, traditionally the focal point of community life. Yet in 21st-century Ireland the traditional pub is rapidly disappearing.
This nostalgic tour presents pubs from all four provinces that epitomize the charm of old Ireland. They range from the richly decorated Victorian bars of Belfast and Dublin to country shop pubs that double as grocery stores. James Fennell’s atmospheric photographs and Turtle Bunbury’s engaging descriptions capture the essence of each pub and provide a rich chronicle of this unique facet of community life.
Here is a tribute to the way things were, a representative record of what survives and a reminder of the charm of the Irish pub.
Reviews
'Nostalgic and entertaining … beautiful and atmospheric photographs'
The Irish Post
Product Information
Book Details
Format: Hardback
Size: 27.9 x 22.5 cm
Extent: 192 pp
Illustrations: 201
Publication date: 29 September 2008
ISBN: 9780500514283
Contents List
Introduction • Classic Country • Victorian Grandeur • Traditional Basics
About the Author
James Fennell’s photographs have appeared in many books. They range from candid portraits of Ireland’s vanishing traditions and characters, to capturing the unique legacy of history and magnificence of some of Britain’s finest properties.
Turtle Bunbury, interiors specialist, historian and travel writer, was educated in Dublin and Scotland. He was also a co-presenter of The Genealogy Roadshow on RTÉ television, and appeared on BBC1’s Wogan’s Ireland and episodes of the American and Irish versions of the 'Who Do You Think You Are?' TV series.
Turtle Bunbury, interiors specialist, historian and travel writer, was educated in Dublin and Scotland. He was also a co-presenter of The Genealogy Roadshow on RTÉ television, and appeared on BBC1’s Wogan’s Ireland and episodes of the American and Irish versions of the 'Who Do You Think You Are?' TV series.
