Ireland's Treasures: 5000 Years of Artistic Expression

by Peter Harbison

Book Overview

The treasures of Ireland are legendary. The physical beauty of the land itself is well documented, and the creations of its inhabitants are extraordinary. This lavish book focuses on Irish cultural history as expressed through her artists and artisans -- everything from ancient portal dolmens to the Book of Kells, from stone towers to medieval high crosses and soaring monasteries. Fortresses and castles and other architectural splendours are explored,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0883638304
• ISBN13: 9780883638309
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Hugh Lauter Levin Associates
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 6.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 11.2" x 14.6"