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The Surnames of Ireland
Edward MacLysaght / 6th Edition
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Edward MacLysaght (1887-1986) was the Chief Herald of Ireland and the leading authority of Irish names A rather inexpensive means of enjoying MacLysaght's scholarship. I have this book and constantly look up names for people on various lists. The blurb on the back of the book says more than 4,000 names are listed. I didn't count but I know there are a good many of them. Cross references to MacLysaught's other books which are listed below.
The Irish Roots Guide
Tony McCarthy / Paperback / Published 1991 /
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A favorite of mine. By the editor of Irish Roots magazine. A fine, yet inexpensive, guide to tracing your Irish Roots. Discusses 12 major sources in considerable detail. I notice that Amazon has removed the surcharge which they added to the price (checked on 1/1/99) and it is once again a book well worth the price.
A New Genealogical Atlas of Ireland, second edition
Brian Mitchell / Paperback / Published 2002
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Older classics by MacLysaught

These are the books mentioned above.

Irish Families : Their Names, Arms, and Origins Edward MacLysaght / Hardcover / 4th Reprint 1998
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More Irish Families Edward MacLysaght / Published 1983 / Out-of-Print
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Reprints of classics

Irish Names and Surnames
Patrick Woulfe(Editor) / Hardcover / Published 1992
Irish Pedigrees: Origin and Stem of the Irish Nation
John O'Hart / Hardcover / Published 1999
- Irish Pedigrees: Origin and Stem of the Irish Nation
  John O'Hart / Hardcover / Published 2000
  Irish Genealogical Foundation/due in August
Irish Genealogies (Keatings History of Ireland) Vol 3
Geoffrey Keating, et al / Library Binding / Published 1983
Irish Genealogical Foundation
General Alphabetical Index to Townlands and Towns, Parishes and Baronies of Ireland: Based on the Census of Ireland for the Year 1851
Hardcover Reprint edition (June 1984)
Genealogical Pub Co

Emigrants from Ireland to America, 1735-1743 : A Transcription of the Report of the Irish House of Commons into Enforced Emigration to America: Frances McDonnell / Hardcover (March 1992)
Family Ties in England, Scotland, Wales & Ireland : Sources for Genealogical Research: Judith P. Reid / Paperback - 108 pages (June 1998) \
Complete Book for Tracing Your Irish Ancestors
Pocket Guide to Irish Genealogy: Paperback (March 1988)
Irish Records : Sources for Family and Local History: James G. Ryan / Hardback / Published by Flyleaf Press
The Book of Irish Names : First, Family and Place Names: Ida Grehan / Paperback - 128 pages (1989)
Irish Names: Donnchadh O Corrain / Paperback
Tribes and Customs of the Hy Many: It's expensive to buy. But looking is free. Of special interest if you have Galway or Roscommon roots.
Famine Immigrants : List of Irish Immigrants Arriving at the Port of New York, 1846-1851 Vol 2: Ira Glazier (Editor)
Famine Immigrants : List of Irish Immigrants Arriving at the Port of New York, 1846-1851 Vol 4: Ira Glazier (Editor)
Tombstones of the Irish born : Cemetery of the Holy Cross, Flatbush, Brooklyn: Joseph M. Silinonte
Ancestor Trail in Ireland: Donal F. Begley / Paperback (1982)
Irish in New England: Paperback (1985)

John Grenham

Tracing Your Irish Ancestors John Grenham / Paperback / Published 1992
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A fine compilation of what's available. Much of this information is online at IRLGEN.
Clans and Families of Ireland : The Heritage and Heraldry of Irish Clans and Families John Grenham / Hardcover / Published 1994
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I haven't seen this myself but John Grenham is an authority on Irish Genealogy.
The Little Book of Irish Clans John Grenham / Hardcover / Published 1995
Value Priced
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Michael O'Laughlin

I'll finish my list with a long list of Michael O'Laughlin's books. Visit his web site at http://www.irishroots.com to learn more about this author and the Irish Genealogical Foundation.

The Book of Irish Families : Great & Small Vol 1: Michael C. O'Laughlin, A. O'Neilan / School & Library Binding / Published 1998
The Complete Book of Irish Family Names: Michael C O'Laughlin / Hardcover / Published 1987
Families of Co. Clare, Ireland Vol 3: Michael C. O'Laughlin / School & Library Binding / Published 1996
Families of Co. Kerry, Ireland Vol 2: Michael C. O'Laughlin / School & Library Binding / Published 1994
Families of Co. Limerick, Ireland Vol 5: Michael C. O'Laughlin / School & Library Binding / Published 1997
Irish Genealogies (Keatings History of Ireland) Vol 3: Geoffrey Keating, et al / Library Binding / Published 1983
Master Book of Irish Placenames : Master Atlas and Book of Irish Placenames: Michael C. O'Laughlin(Editor) / Hardcover / Published 1994
Beginners Guide to Irish Genealogy (A Common Sense Guide Series): Michael C. O'Laughlin / Paperback / Published 1988
Families of Co. Galway, Ireland the genealogy and family Vol 6: Michael, C. O'Laughlin / Library Binding / Published 1998
Irish Pedigrees, the origin and stem of the Irish Nation: John O'Hart, Michael C. O'Laughlin (Editor) / Library Binding / Published 1998
O'Donoghues : Thou Dids't Love the Liberty of Man: Michael C. O'Laughlin / Paperback / Published 1981
O'Loughlin Book (Irish Family Histories): Michael C. O'Laughlin / Paperback / Published 1981
O'Reilly Book: Michael C. O'Laughlin / Paperback / Published 1987
Osullivan Book: Michael C. Olaughlin / Paperback / Published 1981
Book of Irish Families Great and Small: O'Laughlin, Michael C. O'Laughlin / Published 1995
Brief Guide to Irish History, Ancient and Modern: Michael O'Laughlin, Patricia Donaghue (Editor) / Published 1981
The complete book for tracing your Irish ancestors: Michael C. O'Laughlin
The Irish Book of Arms: Michael O'Laughlin(Editor) / Published 1988
The Master Book of Irish Surnames: Michael O'Laughlin(Editor) / Published 1988
The Murphy Book (Irish Family Histories Series): Michael C. O'Laughlin / Published 1988
O'Flaherty : Lords of Iar Connacht: Michael C. O'Laughlin / Published 1983

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