Baltinglass is the very heart of West Wicklow. It is a charming country town on the banks of the River Slaney and is a designated Heritage Town. By building upon the base of street directories garnered from census returns and news articles, Paul Gorry provides a fascinating insight into the life of a provincial town.

Featuring stories of local notables, politicians and ordinary residents, Baltinglass Chronicles will delight locals and visitors alike.

PAUL GORRY is a native of Baltinglass who has had a lifelong interest in local history. He was a founder member of the West Wicklow Historical Society, was a founder Member of the Association of Professional Genealogists in Ireland and he was elected a Fellow of the Irish Genealogical Research Society in 2005.