Graham Corcoran – illustratör

From All-Ireland champions to Olympic gold medallists, Grand Slam greats to golfing Major champions, join us on a tour of Irish sporting history told as never before. Which Irish soccer player has scored the most goals? Who is the most decorated Irish boxer of their generation? And who were the youngest Irish sports stars to achieve their dreams? Meet the people who put Ireland on the sporting map, brought together for the first time in charming and beautiful illustrations by Graham Corcoran.For one small island, Ireland has produced a history of sporting achievement to rival even the biggest nations. The Big Book of Irish Sporting Heroes introduces readers young and old to the men and women who achieved spectacular feats across football, GAA, horse racing, gymnastics, rugby, the Olympic games and many many more.

A stunning celebration of the rich culture and fascinatinghistory of Ireland featuring ten Irish illustrators.Discover everything that makes the Irish isle so special - fromits famous landmarks to its myths andlegends, from its epic battles to its incrediblemusic ... and everything in between. With a foreword from much-loved Irish comedian Dara Ó BriainBeautiful, full-colour illustration makes this the perfect giftShowcases the talent of ten of Ireland’s top illustrators. Sections include: The Island of Ireland – illustrated by Linda FahrlinEarly Ireland – illustrated by Diarmuid Ó CatháinWarring Ireland – illustrated by Alan DunneHaunted Ireland – illustrated by Lydia HughesMagical Ireland – illustrated by Brian FitzgeraldThe Living Landscape – illustrated by Ashling LindsayThe Human Landscape – illustrated by Graham CorcoranUnderground Ireland – illustrated by Jennifer FarleyThe Culture of Ireland – illustrated by Conor NolanFun Things to Do in Ireland – illustrated by Donough O'Malley

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It may seem strange to us now, but for a long time, with Ireland ruled by Britain, it was against the law to play sports like hurling and Gaelic football. That has all changed, and football, hurling and camogie are Ireland's most popular sports.Gaelic sports icon Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh shares his lifelong passion for the GAA with young readers, as he guides them through its history, and its most iconic stadium, Croke Park. The stadium changed as Ireland changed, and it has been the venue for some of the most memorable matches in our history, as well as major historic events like Bloody Sunday.Micheál picks his favourite players, matches and incidents from history and talks about the thrilling experience of commentating on games, and seeing the fabled cups - Sam Maguire, Liam McCarthy, O'Duffy and Brendan Martin - being held high by the All Ireland winners.A must for all young GAA fans.