The Irish Game reconstructs the audacious May 1986 raid on Russborough House and the tangled trail that followed. Told as a compact narrative of crime and culture, it examines how priceless paintings became the centrepiece of an international manhunt.

The book follows the Garda investigation as officers pursued leads across borders to identify the Dublin gangster who stayed free for years. Alongside the procedural detail, the account explores the motives, personalities and art-world stakes behind the theft.

Ideal for readers interested in true crime, art history and criminal investigation, the text pairs clear reporting with narrative momentum. Originally published by Viking Canada in 2004, the edition runs 220 pages in hardcover.

Highlights

• Detailed retelling of the 1986 Russborough House heist
• Focus on Garda investigative work and international pursuit
• Context on art-world implications and criminal networks

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