- Thousands of Irish Americans travel to Ireland each year to explore the land of their ancestors
- Touring the Island's lighthouses is a fascinating way to see the whole Island and learn the country's history
- Eighty lighthouses under the authority of the Commissioners of Irish Lights dot the 2,000 miles of Irish coastine
- Thirty of the most interesting lights are featured with detailed histories and full-color paintings by noted maritime artist William Trotter
- For Irish Americans as well as history and lighthouse buffs