Donnybrook: A History: A History

Donnybrook is one of the most iconic areas of South Dublin, a prosperous and peaceful suburb that is well-known as the being the heartland of Leinster Rugby.It derived its name, however, from the violence and carousing that were a regular feature of the area in the 1800s, and this book tells the story of the development and the journey from these inauspicious beginnings to its current form through a series of rare and beautifully produced photographs.

About the author

Beatrice Doran is a professional archivist, and an Associate and former President of the Library Association of Ireland.

Summary

Donnybrook is one of the most iconic areas of South Dublin, a prosperous and peaceful suburb that is well-known as the being the heartland of Leinster Rugby.

Product details

• Authors: Beatrice Doran, Beatrice M. Doran
• Publisher: The History Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 07.10.2013
• EAN: 9781845887698
• ISBN: 978-1-84588-769-8
• No. of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 231 mm x 15 mm
• Weight: 408 g
• Series: Ireland in Old Photographs
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Non-fiction book > History > Regional and national histories