A Year in the Life: Glencairn Abbey reviewed by Frank Conlisk It is with great pleasure – and enthusiasm – that I recommend this month’s offering from the bookshelf: Glencairn Abbey – A Year in the Life. A truly beautiful publication, this book...
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