Book review: True discovery of the Blaskets

Lesley Bond's 'Blasket Bound' is a pleasure to read; it is a remarkable account of her discovery of what it means to be at peace with the world 
Lesley Bond in Dunquin, Co Kerry, overlooking the Blasket Islands, where she previously served as caretaker. Picture: Chani Anderson

Lesley Bond in Dunquin, Co Kerry, overlooking the Blasket Islands, where she previously served as caretaker. Picture: Chani Anderson

Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 - 01:00
Diarmuid O'Donovan

  • Blasket Bound
  • Lesley Bond
  • Gill Books, €18.99

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