A complete survey of the prehistory and history of Clonmacnoise in County Offaly, its ancient monastic ruins, the effect of changing land use, farming practices  and peat extraction over the centuries, and the rich wildlife that thrives around Fin Lough and the esker grasslands.  Illustraated in colour and b&w with additional maps.  Paperback.  136 pages.  A very tiny inscription to title page, otherwise very good clean condition.  Cat No 4169