Sligo- The Light of Bygone Years vol 1 & 11.

Very rare hardback copies of Volume 1 & 11 of Sligo-‘The Light of Bygone Days’ by John C. McTernan. These represent a comprehensive two-volume, heavily illustrated historical and genealogical study of Sligo town and county. Published in 2009, it covers over 200 large and medium-sized houses (Vol I) and profiles sixty prominent families (Vol II) from the late 17th to the 20th century. Published in 2009 by Avena Publications, there are only 1,000 copies of each volume and are difficult to find. Volume 11 is signed by the author, John C mc Ternan. The books are in excellent condition and have some cross reference additions by the original owner, which adds to their attractiveness.