A wonderful historical and travel profile of Ireland, covering all areas of the country. Describes different regions, along with notes on history, culture, society, daily life and more, with 50 watercolour illustrations by A. Heaton Cooper, separated by tissue guards. Text by Frank Mathew. Part of a series of travel and historical books published by A&C Black in the early 20th century. This is the 1916 edition of the book, updated from the original 1905 issue. One of 3,000 copies printed. Hardback, bound in decorative cloth with a harp and clover motif to the front board. In good condition. Minor bumps externally. Some fading to front board and spine. Neat contemporary owner’s inscription. Binding tight and square.
