Oileáin
€32.00
Dave Walsh describes over 570 Irish islands. The essential information for kayakers or anyone in a small boat is hear: 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.
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Description
Explore Ireland’s offshore islands – over 570 of them – with the definitive guide for sea kayakers, sailors, and small-boat adventurers.
Oileáin – 2nd Edition: The Irish Islands Guide by David Walsh is a completely revised and expanded edition of the classic reference for anyone exploring the Irish coastline. With a new format, hundreds of new photographs, and 270 additional islands described, this edition offers unparalleled detail and accuracy.
Inside this comprehensive guide, you’ll find:
- Detailed information on over 570 Irish islands - from tiny uninhabited skerries to remote outposts.
- Practical details for visitors in small boats or kayaks, including landings, camping, drinking water, and tidal data.
- Fascinating insights into island history, wildlife, legends, and human stories.
- Hundreds of new photographs bringing Ireland’s offshore beauty to life.
Oileáin tells it like it is – rock by rock, bay by bay – highlighting the good, the challenging, and the unforgettable. It’s a labour of love written by a man who has personally visited more than 500 of the islands described.
Why You’ll Love This Book:
- The most complete guide ever written on Irish offshore islands.
- Essential for sea kayakers, sailors, and adventurers.
- Combines navigation detail, rich storytelling, and cultural insight.
- A true celebration of Ireland’s maritime heritage.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.82 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24 × 17 × 2.3 cm |
| Book_author | Walsh, David |
| Publisher | Pesda |
| Imprint | Pesda Press |
| Cover | Paperback |
| Pages | 292 |
| Language | English |
| Edition | Second edition |
| Dewey | 797.122409415 (edition:23) |
| Readership | General – Trade / Code: K |
