McCarthy's Bar

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A Journey of Discovery in Ireland

By Pete Mccarthy

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McCarthy's Bar by Pete McCarthy is a humorous travelogue that follows the author as he journeys through Ireland, guided by the principle that you should never pass a bar with your name on it. With a mix of wit and insightful observations, McCarthy encounters a host of quirky characters, explores Ireland's culture and landscapes, and delves into his own Irish heritage, all while reflecting on the absurdities of travel.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy witty and humorous travel adventures. As the author treks through Ireland, he combines a keen observation of local culture with hysterical anecdotes. It's perfect for anyone who appreciates exploring new places through a lens of charming misadventures and heartfelt connections.

Number One in Ireland!
Number Two in Australia!
Number Ten in Britain!

Number One in Ireland! Number Two in Australia! Number Ten in Britain!

Description

"Today, West Cork is a glamorous destination, a haven for upmarket tourists, but in the 1950s it was the arse end of the back of beyond - and that may be talking it up".

Pete McCarthy was born in Warrington to an Irish mother and an English father and spent happy summer holidays in Cork. Years later, reflecting on the many places he has visited as a travel broadcaster, Pete admits that he feels more at home in Ireland than anywhere.

To find out whether this is due to rose-coloured spectacles or to a deeper tie with the country of his ancestors, Pete sets off on a trip around Ireland and discovers that it has changed in surprising ways.

Firstly obeying the rule "never pass a pub with your name on it", he encounters McCarthy’s bars up and down the land, and meets English hippies, German musicians, married priests, and many others.

McCarthy's Bar is a funny, affectionate look at one of the most popular countries in the world.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

McCarthy's Bar by Pete McCarthy has been praised for its humour and vivid storytelling. Reviewers find the book engaging and evocative, capturing the essence of modern Ireland with wit and insight. It is celebrated for its humour, with snapshots that are both amusing and keenly observed.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340766057

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 306g

Pages: 384

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Non-Fiction Pete Mccarthy Travel & Adventure

About the Author

Pete McCarthy is the writer and performer of many series for radio and television, including 'Desperately Seeking Something', 'Country Tracks' and 'Travelog', for which he has won the Travelex Award for Best TV Writer. MCCARTHY'S BAR is his first book.