Journey into Ireland's Literary Revival by R. Todd Felton

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A great tide of literary invention swept through Ireland between the 1890s and the 1920s. This engrossing, illuminating, and beautifully illustrated guidebook explores the personal and professional histories of writers such as W. B. Yeats, Lady Gregory, John Millington Synge, and Sean O’Casey and examines their relationships with the people, culture, and landscapes of Ireland. From Galway and the Aran Islands, to County Mayo and County Sligo, and from Dublin to Wicklow, this guide to the places that inspired Irish Literary Revival showcases the locations where many of Ireland’s finest writers shaped an enduring vision of the country.

Suite 101

A fascinating and well-written account of the rebirth in Irish literary [life] between the 1890s and the 1920s.

Offbeat Travel

The book is quite beautiful . . . there is something almost magical about [it].

Gadling: The Traveler's Weblog

A nice series for armchair travelers . . . and a perfect fit for literary fans.

Irish Fireside

A must-have for anyone with an appreciation for Ireland's literary tradition.

Worducopia

Annotated maps guide the way for anyone close enough to visit the sites in person; full color pictures allow the rest of us to sit back and dream of Ireland

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