The unique farming heritage of the Burren has been the subject of many scientific papers, but for the first time, it has inspired a children’s story, written from the first-hand experiences of a Burren farmer, Shane Casey and illustrated by renowned wildlife artist Gordon D’Arcy.The story begins at Blackhead, when Sarah, a young shorthorn calf, is born.
Author: Shane CaseyDate Published: 07-Jul-2019The book contains three stories: ‘Mother Knows Best’, ‘A Salmon’s Tale’, and ‘The Bird with the Big Beak’. It also includes a short fact-file about Harbour Seals, Atlantic Salmon, and Curlews.‘Mother Knows Best’: Mother seals are only with their