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Men Who Stare at Hens: Great Irish Eccentrics, from WB Yeats to Brendan Behan
Men Who Stare at Hens: Great Irish Eccentrics, from WB Yeats to Brendan Behan
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The Men Who Stare at Hens is a book that explores the eccentricities and remarkable stories of Irish historical figures, such as Frederick Hervey, Samuel Boyce, and Mary Monckton.
Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2019
Publisher: The History Press Ltd
Have you heard of Frederick Hervey, the atheist Bishop of Derry who hated church bells? What about Samuel Boyce, the poet who couldn't afford trousers? Not even Mary Monckton, who once stole a live hedgehog from a dinner party?
The Men Who Stare at Hens is a gentle meander down the byways and highways of Irish history, remembering the wonderful array of eccentrics that made their mark on their times.
From the eccentric Frederick Hervey, the atheist Bishop of Derry who despised church bells, to the impoverished poet Samuel Boyce, who couldn't afford trousers, and even the notorious Mary Monckton, who once stole a live hedgehog from a dinner party, this book explores the fascinating and often bizarre stories of these remarkable individuals.
Through their unique quirks and eccentricities, these men and women left an indelible mark on Irish history, reminding us of the diversity and richness of the human experience.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of oddities, or simply someone who enjoys a good story, The Men Who Stare at Hens is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the lesser-known corners of Irish history.
Weight: 252g
Dimension: 203 x 133 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780750989275
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