Strange, zany and at times downright baffling, Foster's Historical Irish Oddities is a quirky compendium of true stories from all over Ireland. It is essential reading for anyone who loves to entertain friends and family with a good yarn or who needs further proof that Ireland is indeed a country with a unique cast of characters. From the Lismore man who rode to Fermoy in a tub pulled by a pig, a badger, two cats, a goose, and a hedgehog to the tornado that ripped through Limerick in 1851, Foster's stories may not be found in the history books but they certainly provide an entertaining and addictive read!

Foster's Historical Irish Oddities: A Compendium of Extraordinary But True Tales

Biographies & Memoirs

Allen Foster

Historical

Gill Books / Gill & Macmillan Ltd.

Foster's Irish Oddities

"Foster's Scottish Oddities" is a fascinating collection of odd, bizarre and barely believable true stories. For many years, author Allen Foster has been collecting these oddities and now presents them in this brand new collection. There's the cod that swallowed a bible, the cow that fell through the ceiling, the hare that ran off with a GBP 10 note, the brothers from Dalkeith who were separated at birth but bumped into each other purely by chance in Coventry, the ocean liner that got a speeding ticket, the trawlerman swept off his boat by a huge wave then washed back on board minutes later - and much more. "Foster's Scottish Oddities" is a collection of strange coincidences, curious facts and extraordinary stories. If you love bizarre facts then this treasure trove of amazing true stories is a must read.

Foster's Scottish Oddities

Black and White pub.

Foster's Irish Oddities: A Miscellany of Strange Facts

Humor & Entertainment

Puzzles & Games

New Island Books

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