Category Archives: Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEW On Celtic Tides

Posted on November 24, 2010 by

Duff, Chris. (1999). On Celtic Tides: One Man’s Journey around Ireland by Sea Kayak. New York: St. Martin’s Press. I’ve always been a boat person. Ever since I can remember, water has been an irresistible magnet. Maybe it’s the sea … Continue reading →

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BOOK REVIEW The Road Wet, The Wind Close

Posted on September 24, 2010 by

As the weather grows cooler in northern climes and the days more blustery, thoughts turn to curling up with a good book.  And here’s a good one…the second in my travelogue series. Roy, James Charles.  (1993). The Road Wet, the … Continue reading →

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BOOK REVIEW Ancient Ireland: An Explorer’s Guide

Posted on August 20, 2010 by

Since autumn is an excellent time to visit Ireland – the summer crowds have gone, airfare and accommodations are cheaper – I thought I’d start a series of book reviews and share some of my favorite Irish travel books.  Whether … Continue reading →

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