The Little Book of Hurling

The Little Book of Hurling
Title The Little Book of Hurling PDF eBook
Author Seamus J. King
Publisher The History Press
Total Pages 144
Release 2014-04-01
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 0752499343

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Ireland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Hurling in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and on after it slunk away with its tail between its legs, Ireland's love for ‘our games’ has endured.Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts, classic matches and amusing anecdotes, alongside a general history of the game. This is a book that can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about our ancient game.

The Little Book of Hurling

The Little Book of Hurling
Title The Little Book of Hurling PDF eBook
Author Seamus J. King
Publisher The History Press
Total Pages 168
Release 2014-04-01
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 0752499343

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Ireland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Hurling in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and on after it slunk away with its tail between its legs, Ireland's love for 'our games' has endured. Fact-packed but light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts, classic matches and amusing anecdotes, alongside a general history of the game. This is a book that can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about our ancient game.

The Little Book of GAA Facts

The Little Book of GAA Facts
Title The Little Book of GAA Facts PDF eBook
Author Eddie Ryan
Publisher Mercier Press Ltd
Total Pages 212
Release 2014-09-01
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 1781172900

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Did you know that in 1924, Mick Gill created history by winning two All-Ireland Senior Hurling medals in the same year and for different counties? Jack Lynch is the only player in GAA history to have won six successive All-Ireland medals (five in hurling). The 2013 All-Ireland Hurling Final was the first to be played under flood-lights, exactly 100 years after Croke Park was first purchased. Do you know the name of every inter-county ground in Ireland? Who was full forward on the team of the Millenium? Who was the 1,000th All Star Award winner? In 'The Little Book of GAA Facts', Eddie Ryan has gathered together a treasure trove of knowledge about a nation's passion. The book charts the history of Gaelic games, blending amazing stories and unique facts, records and outstanding achievements.

The Little Book of Gaelic Football

The Little Book of Gaelic Football
Title The Little Book of Gaelic Football PDF eBook
Author Andy Watters
Publisher The History Press
Total Pages 198
Release 2013-11-01
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 0750955813

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Ireland's love affair with Gaelic Games in general, and Gaelic football in particular, has never dimmed. Through the lean days of hunger and emigration, through the champagne-mojito-flavoured years of the Celtic Tiger and onwards, Ireland's love affair for 'our games' has always endured. Fact-packed and light-hearted in style, this reliable reference book and a quirky guide reveals little-known facts about Gaelic football along with details of classic matches, statistical records, famous players, amusing anecdotes, and a general history. This can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about this ancient game.

The Little Book of Donegal

The Little Book of Donegal
Title The Little Book of Donegal PDF eBook
Author Cathal Coyle
Publisher The History Press
Total Pages 179
Release 2016-07-04
Genre History
ISBN 0750969210

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The Little Book of Donegal is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts about County Donegal. Here you will find out about Donegal's folklore and customs, its proud sporting heritage, its castles, forts and stone circles, its famous (and occasionally infamous) men and women. Through quaint villages and historic towns and along the 'Wild Atlantic Way', this book takes the reader on a journey through County Donegal and its vibrant past. A reliable reference book and a quirky guide, this can be dipped into time and time again to reveal something new about the people, the heritage and the secrets of this ancient county.

The Little Book of GAA Facts

The Little Book of GAA Facts
Title The Little Book of GAA Facts PDF eBook
Author Eddie Ryan
Publisher Mercier Press
Total Pages 256
Release 2014-09-01
Genre Gaelic games
ISBN 9781781172896

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A comprehensive collection of stories, statistics and little known facts from the worlds of hurling, camogie, men's and ladies' football and GAA handball.

The Gaelic Games Quiz Book: Kerry

The Gaelic Games Quiz Book: Kerry
Title The Gaelic Games Quiz Book: Kerry PDF eBook
Author Andy Watters
Publisher The History Press
Total Pages 138
Release 2014-09-01
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 0750961406

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This is the ultimate Gaelic games quiz book for Kerry supporters. An ideal gift for fans of all ages, this is your chance to interact with the county's long and eventful history in Gaelic football and hurling from early successes and classic matches to more recent heroics. Informative and fun, this book is the perfect companion for those long match-day trips up, down and across the country or for simply testing you and your mates ́ knowledge of our illustrious teams. From the obscure to the things you need to know, the book is packed with 30 themed rounds of questions designed to entertain and amuse all Kerry supporters. So get your thinking caps on - it ́s quiz time!