Transhumance and the Making of Ireland's Uplands, 1550-1900

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The book provides a comprehensive examination of transhumance in Ireland, detailing its practices and significance from the sixteenth century to the early twentieth century. It explores the movement of livestock and pastoral communities between seasonal pastures, highlighting the cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of this traditional practice. Through historical analysis, the work sheds light on the evolution of rural life in Ireland and the relationship between people and their land over several centuries.