I Never Knew That about Ireland by Christopher Winn

I Never Knew That about Ireland by Christopher Winn

A fascinating journey through the lesser known details of Irish history

Packed full of myths, legends, inventions, and adventures, I Never Knew That About Ireland visit's each of the island's four provinces, unearthing hidden gems of history. Discover where ideas were born, where dreams were inspired, and where unforgettable figures from Ireland's past now slumber. Did you know.

- That the holy mountain Croagh Patrick is where St Patrick is said to have driven all the snakes in Ireland into the sea?
- That the burial chamber at Newgrange is the oldest solar observatory in the world?
- That there is a bathroom in Lismore Castle dedicated to Fred Astaire?
- That Coca Cola began its path toward success on the Emerald Isle?
- That the designs for the White House, the Sydney opera house, and the Louvre Pyramid sprang from the minds of Irishmen?

Famous for their culture, the Irish are full of facts and stories you never knew. This compendium sheds light on those little-known historical gems, giving captivating insight into Ireland, its people, and its past. A perfect companion for an Irish vacation, for reminiscing on past visits, or for those whose hearts have never left, this book will have you exclaiming again and again: Well, I never knew that

Christopher Winn's first book was the bestselling I Never Knew That About England. Volumes on Ireland, Scotland, Wales and London followed as well as books on the English, Scottish and Irish, alongside an illustrated edition of I Never Knew That About England and London. A freelance writer and collector of trivia for over 20 years, he has worked with Terry Wogan and Jonathan Ross and sets quiz questions for television as well as for the Daily Mail and the Daily Telegraph. He was also the Associate Producer for a TV series by ITV on Great Britain. He is married to artist Mai Osawa, who illustrates all the books in the series. His website is http: //www.i-never-knew-that.com.

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ISBN 13	9780312368807
ISBN 10	0312368801
Titel	I Never Knew That about Ireland
Autor	Christopher Winn
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Bindungsart	Hardback
Verlag	Thomas Dunne Books
Erscheinungsjahr	2007-03-06
Seitenanzahl	309
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