Private Ireland: Irish Living & Irish Style Today

by Simon McBride, Karen Howes, Marianne Faithfull (Introduction)

Private Ireland reveals the essence of Irish living style in an atmospheric photographic study of some of the country's most evocative and charming homes--from grand estates to characterful farmhouses and fancifull follies. The houses and studios of some of the country's most interesting creative spirits are included, from writers, artists and musicians to artisans, architects and designers. A visual exploration of Irish living style, both north and south, Private Ireland documents the setting, the character and the idiosyncrasies of each featured home--whether an historic abbey, a Dublin townhouse, a romantic castle, or a simple whitewashed cottage by the sea.

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Felicity · Rating 4 out of 5]

So often we never READ coffee table books, only flip through them and look at the pictures. Well this is one coffee table book that should be read, it is fascinating. I loved hearing about who owned the historical houses and castles in Ireland, and what they had done with them since they had owned it, along with reading of it's previous history. There is some wonderful photography throughout and Keith Richards from the Rolling Stones is actually one of the property owners.

[Tim Duff · Rating 4 out of 5]

A look at old homes & cottages in Ireland.

[Kryptonian Fletch · Rating 3 out of 5]

The photographs are mediocre for a large format coffee-table book. Text reads like a promotional brochure in some cases. Very uneven and uninspired.

[Michael Heath-Caldwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book on interior design in Ireland