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Pevsner Architectural Guides: Buildings of Ireland

This series meticulously explores the architectural landscape of Ireland, from grand cathedrals to humble vernacular dwellings. Each volume delves into the building history and stylistic evolution of a specific region. It offers profound insights into the development of Irish architecture across centuries. This is an indispensable guide for enthusiasts of history, architecture, and Irish cultural heritage.

Central Leinster

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  • Central Leinster

    Kildare, Laois and Offaly

    • 784 pages
    • 28 hours of reading

    Exploring the architecture of Central Leinster, this guide delves into a diverse array of structures, including castles, churches, and neoclassical country houses. It highlights significant historical sites like Clonmacnoise, featuring early monastic ruins, and showcases the grandeur of Palladian mansions in Kildare and romantic castles in Offaly. The book also examines Georgian architecture in Mountmellick and Maynooth, along with the evolution of Irish Protestant architecture, emphasizing the intricate designs of James Franklin Fuller in various locations.

    Central Leinster