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For many years Dundrum was just another stop on the railway between Harcourt Street and Bray; In this new book by local historian Joe Curtis, the multi-faceted past of Dundrum is explored through a vibrant collection of illustrations and historical research, much of which has been previously unpublished.

For as long as we have records, Temple Bar has been at the heart of Dublin's cultural life. The world's favourite oratorio and chorus - `Hallelujah' from Handel's Messiah - had its world premiere in Temple Bar in 1742 in Neals' Musick Hall, and a tradition of great musical vibrancy has continued there over time.

Rathgar may well be the most fascinating area of Dublin. Rathgar's residents have also proved to be some of the most influential in Irish political, social and cultural life, with at least four Nobel Prizewinners boasting strong ties with the area.

There was a time when the two most notorious red-light districts not only in Ireland but in all of Europe could be found on the streets of Dublin. In this new work MauriceCurtis explores the histories of these dark remnants of Dublin's past, complete with their gambling, duelling and vice, their rowdy taverns and houses of ill repute.

Over the years it has witnessed some of the pivotal events in Irish history and has been home to some of the most important people in Irish social, religious, political and economic history, people who have left us a lasting legacy in the areas of culture, sport, music, art and literature, including W.B.

Rathmines

This `Liberty' expanded and took in the part of Dublin which today is known as the Liberties, one of Dublin's oldest and most interesting parts of the capital, occupying a unique place in Ireland's social and cultural history.

Portobello lies on the bank of the Grand Canal, stretching from South Richmond Street to Clanbrassil Street and the South Circular Road and including some of the adjacent roads and streets. It includes some of the great names of Irish letters, including George Bernard Shaw, James Joyce and Brendan Behan;

The Little Book of Ranelagh is a compendium of fascinating, obscure, strange and entertaining facts this Dublin suburb.

New in paperback, a compendium of historical facts and figures, perfect for dipping into

A collection of stories from many of the best-known passenger ships and liners, that vividly showcase the romance and tragedy of life at sea

A beautifully written celebration of the essence of the Irish Garden, new in paperback