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9781579128449

Big Little Book of Irish Wit & Wisdom

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  • ISBN13:

    9781579128449

  • ISBN10:

    1579128440

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Copyright: 2010-02-17
  • Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
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Summary

'¢ From prayers to proverbs, primitive customs to homespun charms, this compendium of sharp-edged satire and comforting common sense captures the spirit of the Emerald Isle. The text is a beguiling blend of wit and whimsy that is essentially Irish. '¢ A delightful look at Irish culture and experience and at the inimitable Irish way with words, this treasury includes triads dating from the ninth century, 28 riddles of traditional Irish life, 32 prayers and blessings for all occasions, 50 proverbs, the best of Ireland's toasts and 50 early "Brehon" laws. '¢ A full-color illustration adds enchantment to each spread.

Author Biography

Morgan Llywelyn has written dozens of best-selling books about Ireland, from its ancient Celtic roots to the present day. Her critically acclaimed novels, both of history and of mythology, have been translated into many languages and have sold forty million copies around the wrold. She is an Irish citizen and lives in Dublin.

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