Remnants of Our Past: Irish Landscape and Social History
Remnants of Our Past explores Irish social history through traces of everyday life in the landscape, from abandoned hearths to village fair greens. It is suited to readers interested in how places preserve stories about Irish communities and customs.
At a glance
- Looks at stories of Irish people and their ancestors through places and features in the landscape.
- Examples in the description include a family hearth and village fair greens.
- The listing describes the book as an introduction to Irish social history.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Connects physical places with stories about past Irish lives and customs.
- Covers social history through specific landscape examples rather than presenting only abstract historical themes.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Gill Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 9 Oct. 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 256 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1804582476 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1804582473 |
| Weight listed | 744 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 17.02 x 1.83 x 24.23 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Irish social history, local heritage and the history of everyday places.
- Those looking for an accessible introduction to how Irish landscape features can reflect past customs and community life.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a technical field guide or a book focused on a different country's history.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as enjoyable and informative, including praise for its historical detail. That may suit readers looking for an engaging account of Irish places and social history. Aggregate ratings are generally positive, but do not establish which particular topics or details readers valued.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback describes the book as enjoyable and informative.
- One reported comment praises its historical detail.
Frequently asked questions
What is Remnants of Our Past about?
It explores stories of Irish people and customs through traces left in the landscape, including former hearths and village fair greens.
Who published this book?
The listing names Gill Books as the publisher.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 256 pages.
What language is the book in?
The listed language is English.
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