Few who have an Irish surname have failed to wonder at some point if their lives as to its origins, Especially if they or their family no longer lives in Ireland. This concise little book sets out to be a handy guide to over eighty Irish families, In most cases showing their clan shields in full colour, while outlining the family history, origins and geographical distribution. It also gives details of prominent family members, and is generously illustrated with full-colour photographs of Ireland's historical landscapes, houses, castles and artefacts.