This book is based on photographs of hurlers and footballers that the author has been clipping from newspapers since the 1940s. Working from this treasured collection, he followed up by visiting players and recording their memories. The great games and heroes, epic matches and star players who thrilled thousands from every decade of the GAA are recalled. The personal contributions of players and the recollections of those who knew them make fascinating reading for Gaelic games enthusiasts.
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This book is based on photographs of hurlers and footballers that the author has been clipping from newspapers since the 1940s. Working from this treasured collection, he followed up by visiting players and recording their memories. The great games and heroes, epic matches and star players who thrilled thousands from every decade of the GAA are recalled. The personal contributions of players and the recollections of those who knew them make fascinating reading for Gaelic games enthusiasts.
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Very Good. 2009 8vo. Illustrated. First edition The Gaelic Athletic Association is an Irish amateur sporting and cultural organisation. It promotes traditional Irish sports including hurling, gaelic football camogie and handball.