Michael Moynihan: Charlie Haughey’s varied sporting journey

Charlie Haughey walks towards Republic of Ireland fans at the Italia 90 World Cup. Picture: INPHO/Billy Stickland

Charlie Haughey walks towards Republic of Ireland fans at the Italia 90 World Cup. Picture: INPHO/Billy Stickland

Mon, 06 Dec, 2021 - 07:00
Michael Moynihan
Michael Moynihan
Michael Moynihan is an associate editor and columnist with the Irish Examiner. He is also a best-selling author and documentary maker.

No argument about the book of the moment.

Haughey by Professor Gary Murphy of DCU is the definitive account of the life of Charles Haughey and will figure in more Christmas stockings than those of the political junkies.

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