"We probably all know what the name Guinness is most famous for, but where does it come from? What about O'Brien, Murphy, or Kelly? This charming volume traces over 500 proud Irish surnames. Included are the stories behind the most significant Irish families - the successful O'Reillys, the distinguished Kennedys and the literary Moores. Intertwining history, genealogy, and myth, with delightful illustrations of each family's shield, A Little Book of Irish Family Names comes alive with the legendary story-telling skills of the Irish."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved