Wild Shores: The Magic of Ireland’s Coastline

Following the Irish coast in a clockwise direction, acclaimed ecologist Richard Nairn travels by boat, on foot and sometimes by air to visit the best remaining wild places, including islands, cliffs, beaches and dunes.

The result is a unique mix of nature, history, science and a reflection on the author’s personal experiences of exploring Ireland’s coast. By viewing the Irish coastline from the sea, Richard gains a unique perspective on the island. And along the way, he recalls a lifetime spent studying nature.

‘An affectionate and timely celebration of Ireland’s richly varied coastline’ – Bryan Dobson

‘A brilliant and timely odyssey around our precious, precarious shores’ – Professor John Brannigan, University College Dublin