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The essence of Bogfire's spirit was encapsulated in the design of books. It had long been their mission to create beautiful, long-lasting products that honoured the author's words with sensitive design and memorable imagery. Creating books was considered a fine art, and it was a mission that we, at Bogfire, were proud to have embraced with all our skills and passion.

	B O O K D E S I G N P O R T F O L I O


					Open Door Connecting People, Place and Heritage History of politically significant buildings in Sligo and Omagh with reflections by communities north and south of the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. by Karen O’Shea and Shirley Markley Designed and print-managed for the County Sligo Heritage Office. Casebound, 242mm x 210mm, 176 pages, full colour throughout.

					Did You Know? 100 Quirkey Facts About County Offaly A wide spectrum of County Offaly's heritage. by Amanda Pedlow Designed and print-managed for the County Offaly Heritage Office. Softcover, 7 inches x 6 inches, 208 pages, full colour throughout.

					The Making of Meath The County's Natural Landscape History Tells the story of the geology of County Meath in a compelling and accessible format for a general readership. Written by Robert Meehan Designed and print-managed for County Meath Heritage Office. Casebound, 210mm x 250mm, 96 pages, full colour throughout.

					The Book of Beltra Show 100 Years of Memories In celebration of the centenary of the Beltra Agricultural Show, September, 2011. Interviews collected and compiled by Michael Roberts. Designed and print-managed for the Beltra Show Committee. Featuring photographic portraits by James Fraher. Casebound, 242mm x 210mm, 112 pages, full colour throughout.

					Lumen Christi Chronicles the thirty-nine stained glass windows of Mount Saint Joseph Abbey. Designed and print-managed for Cistercian Press, Mount Saint Joseph Abbey. Written by Laurence Walsh, OCSO. Featuring photographs by Sean Curtin and James Fraher. Hardcover. 9 inches x 12 inches. 256 pages. Full colour throughout. Bookmark ribbon.

					Wild Mayo Celebrates the fascinating flora and fauna of County Mayo, Ireland. Designed and printed for Mayo County Heritage Office. Written by Michael Viney. Hardcover. 18 cm x 24 cm. 100 pages. Full colour throughout.

					Wild Things at School: a book for Primary School Teachers A resource for Primary School teachers to assist them in teaching pupils about the native species in Ireland. Designed and printed for the Meath, Monaghan and Laois Heritage Offices. Written by Éanna Ní Lamhna with illustrations by Christine Warner. Softcover. A4. 68 pages. Full colour throughout.

					Stories From a Sacred Landscape: From Croghan Hill to Clonmacnoise The story of early monastic sites in County Offaly, Ireland. Designed and print-managed for Offaly County Heritage Office. Written by Caimin O'Brien. Featuring photographs by James Fraher. Hardcover. 9 inches x 12 inches. 244 pages. Full colour throughout.

					Caring For Mom Reflections on caring for an elderly parent. Designed and self-published. Written by Mary Hattemer and Connie Scanlon. Featuring colour photographs of Ireland by James Fraher and Connie Scanlon. Hardcover. 7 inches x 7 inches. 160 pages. Full colour throughout.

					The Blues is a Feeling Portraits and interviews with blues musicians. Designed and print-managed for Face To Face Books. Written and photographed by James Fraher. Hardcover. 8.5 inches x 11 inches. 160 pages. Two colour with duotone photographs.

					The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Cheese Stories of Kraft Foods inventors and their inventions Designed and print-managed for Kraft Foods. Written by Anne Bucher and Melanie Villines. Hardcover. 9 inches x 12 inches. 526 pages. Full colour throughout.