McCormack, Gareth
Mourne Country: A Journey Through the Majestic Mountains and Beyond
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788491778
- author:
- McCormack, Gareth
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- O'Brien Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 26 x 19.8 x 1.4 centimetres (0.7
- Genre:
- Travel, Reference, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The majestic mountains of Mourne have long inspired artists and writers. Here, author and photographer Gareth McCormack shares his passion for these sweeping peaks, including Slieve Donard, Slieve Bearnagh and Slieve Binnian, with its otherworldly granite tors. Through stunning photographs and in-depth knowledge, McCormack explores the beauty of Mourne Country, from the great mountains to the towns and estates that surround them. He reveals monuments that bear witness to lives long ago, including pre-historic dolmens, smugglers' routes, Norman castles and traditional stone walls. This book is a testament to the enduring power of nature to inspire and captivate us. With its unique blend of photography and historical insight, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the beauty and heritage of Mourne Country.