Kieran McCarthy Books

This book reveals what creates an environment that allows locals to excel on the national and international stages.

There is a legend among the animals. Long ago, a great tiger, known as Arznel, led an uprising against the humans, in a bid to save the world from destruction. But Arznel was defeated, captured and never seen again. Hope remains, that one day he will be free, and the great revolution can begin anew. But where is Arznel? And who can rescue him? Dreamer, a young fox, embarks on a journey through the Irish countryside, in search of a new home. With him are Victor, the badger, and Rush, the hare. The three friends take refuge in the beautiful nature sanctuary of Lough Ine. Here, they discover the legend of Arznel, but before they can do anything to help him, they must first struggle with love, faith, adolescence, inter-species racism and . . . poachers.

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which West Cork has changed and developed over the last century.

Explores the rich and fascinating history of the city of Cork through an examination of some of its greatest architectural treasures.

Facts and anecodtes about Cork City, new in paperback.

There is a legend among the animals. Long ago, a great tiger, known as Arznel, led an uprising against the humans, in a bid to save the world from destruction. But Arznel was defeated, captured and never seen again. Hope remains, that one day he will be free, and the great revolution can begin anew. But where is Arznel? And who can rescue him? Not long has gone since the great battle that ravaged the beautiful nature sanctuary of Lough Ine. But hope and determination thrives in the hearts of Dreamer and his animal friends, who are ready to set out in search of their fabled leader, Arznel. But their journey has been delayed by new dangers at home ? dangers in the form of loggers, and an evil rat who is loyal to the humans. In the midst of it all, Dreamer is plagued by new and terrible dreams ? of ?the man in the black suit.? A man, who may play a key role in the coming war...

A compendium of historical facts and figures, perfect for dipping into. Full of information that will make you say, `I never knew that'

It has come. With Arznel free and vast animal migrations sweeping across the globe, the war to save Mother Earth from the throes of man is underway. In the midst of the chaos, where animals have become united and humans divided, Dreamer the fox and his motley companions are on their way to South America aboard their makeshift vessel, The Evergreen, pursued all the way by the forces of Richard Bromwell and facing storms, sharks, seasickness, and harrowing moral questions. Meanwhile, the once-pampered house pets?Patch, Hero, Chief, and Major'have joined the struggle, leaving behind the lives they once knew and fomenting the world's farm animals into action. How will the friends fare in environments they've never known'at sea, in battle? And how will mankind react to a crisis it caused but never saw coming?

Focusing on the parishes of Aghabullogue, Inniscarra, and Ovens in Co. Cork, this work delves into the region's cultural heritage through fieldwork and local interviews. Kieran McCarthy examines themes of place-making, community roots, and identity, highlighting the interaction between heritage architecture and rural life. The book celebrates both past and present cultural legacies, portraying the local landscape as a living history book filled with rich imagery and symbols inherent to the area.

Kieran McCarthy explores the London branch of Fabergé, the only one outside Russia, attracting royalty, aristocrats, and American heiresses. Utilizing new sources, he examines its structure, clientele, and exclusive items. The book appeals to fans of decorative arts, Edwardian social history, and European royalty, highlighting Fabergé's ties to the British Royal Family.