Loftus - The Hall of Dreams is a lavish book and collector’s item. This large luxurious volume measuring 298mm x 258mm, hand sewn and with quarter binding, has been lovingly created with great attention to detail. It is available as a signed limited edition only, with a cloth embossed hard cover which features the Loftus coat of arms and silver-foil stamping on the spine. Our big “black book” contains 116 black and white haunting figurative photographs measuring 255mm x 205mm with a striking layout of text/colour imagery as a gothic story that speaks of immortal love, loss, the mysteries of the Otherworld, ancient secrets and the depths of the human spirit. The fonts chosen for the cover and some of the inside pages are reminiscent of the actual handwriting of relevant Loftus family members as seen in the original family documents which date back to almost 300 years ago. It is printed on 170gsm art silk paper.
The dark secrets bound within the 304 pages that make up this book in total provide a unique insight on the untold story behind Ireland’s most haunted house within a historical and psychical research context. Similarly to the construction of Loftus Hall, no expenses have been spared in the pursuit of creating a beautiful and treasured object that will be a pleasure to own and handle.
Top rated reviews in Goodreads and excellent reviews by the Irish Times and other leading media:
“…A new perspective and beguiling approach to the history of the house. The intriguing story, which embraces ley lines, geomancy, and freemasonry, has many surprises and makes history come alive in a distinctive way”.
Paul Clements, The Irish Times
“Stunning, informative, thought-provoking…Gripping, and one-of-a-kind; this is not just another history book, it is a work of art.”
Joanna Gillan, Ancient Origins
“The story itself is fascinating, intriguing and far from the usual narrative of historical research. Ms Scott manages to inject so much more into this complete and compelling history of Ireland's most haunted building.”
Lissa Oliver, The Irish Writers Union