Description The Amergin Step is named after the famous poem that Leabhar Gabhála Éireann tells us was recited by the poet and lawmaker of the Gaelic Milesian people, as he stepped ashore in Kerry after their voyage from Galicia. Contemporary and historical literature, folklore, myth, archaeology and placenames are explored by the author at the same time as he explores the mountains, sea and islands of the tip of the Iveragh peninsula to uncover the stories that have animated them from earliest to present times. Praise for The Amergin Step ‘No more valuable and compelling book will be published in Ireland this year.’ Bernard O’Donoghue ‘A profound exploration of the time and space of legend and poetry.’ Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin ‘In this wonderful book, Paddy Bushe allows us to experience a beloved landscape, made all the richer by his poetic eye and his deep knowledge and appreciation.’ Eibhear Walshe ‘Landscape is viewed in this book as the embodiment of story, belief and creative art.’ Heather Laird
