MANY congratulations to Fachtna McCarthy on the recent publication of his book on the history of the Clonakilty Show, one of the more prominent agricultural shows in Ireland.

The meticulously researched 450-page book covers the show which was established in 1901, and goes right up to the 2015 renewal. It is also the story of the individuals involved, and much more. This is a book which will be of interest to every person who has ever had an involvement with the Clonakilty Show, either as an exhibitor, visitor or otherwise.