PICTURES: Tipperary author launches new book on Irish pilgrim journeys

A new book titled Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys, by Tipperary-born author John G O'Dwyer, was launched last week in Cabragh Wetlands, Thurles.

Accompanied by detailed maps and photographs of the stunning landscape along the pilgrim paths of Ireland, this is an ideal collection for walkers wishing to explore Ireland’s deep heritage.

According to the author: “The new book is aimed to act as a complete resource for Irish people and overseas visitors wishing to discover the rich history of Ireland’s ancient pilgrim trails.”

Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys is available from bookshops nationwide and from its publishers at www.currachbooks.com.

Pictured: Attending the launch of Great Irish Pilgrim Journeys in Cabragh were: (L to R), John Coffey, Nodstown, Cashel; Mary Ryan, Nodstown, Cashel; Helen O'Dwyer, Boherlahan; Willie Joe Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel; John G O'Dwyer, author; Eleanor Dwyer, Ballytarsna, Cashel and Fr Joe Egan, retired PP Boherlahan.

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