a dictionary of roscommon biography

A Dictionary of Roscommon Biography is the output of over 20 years research and shines a light on the obituaries of 5,000 people associated with County Roscommon, spanning four centuries.

The 930 page hardback volume, compiled by Mike Lennon, covers the careers of representatives from politics, sport, arts, religion, law, business and journalism.

The book also has details of many individuals who were born close to the borders of County Roscommon, including parishes and districts in East Mayo, South Sligo, Carrick-on-Shannon, Lanesboro, Athlone, Ballygar, Ballinasloe and Ballymoe.

The book, which sells at €30, is available from Dawn Til Dusk, Elphin Street, Strokestown and Strokestown Park House.

Further details of the book can be found on its website www.roscommonbiography.com.

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