Book Launch: Blúirí Oileánda - Island Pieces: Cléire - Cape Clear

Join us for the launch of Blúirí Oileánda – Island Pieces: Cléire – Cape Clear, a beautifully produced bilingual publication that explores the rich social history and unique character of Cape Clear Island.
In this remarkable book, Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil brings together a diverse collection of essays on aspects of the island’s heritage and culture. Each piece is presented in both Irish and English, making the work accessible to a wide readership. Lavishly illustrated throughout and creatively designed by Stuart Coughlan of edit+, the book combines text and imagery to vividly convey the essence of this distinctive island community.

Topics explored include: Traditional dressers; Dry stone walls; Emigration; Headstones; Birds and wildlife; Religion; Shipwrecks; The traditional Cape Clear gansey; Stone masonry; Stiles; and many other aspects of island life and heritage
Blúirí Oileánda – Island Pieces offers readers a deeper understanding of Cape Clear’s story, while capturing the spirit, history and sense of place that make the island so special.
Books will be available for purchase at the launch event, and the author will be delighted to sign copies.