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Brewer's Dictionary of Irish Phrase and Fable (Cassell Dictionary Of ...)
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Product Description
Brewer's Dictionary of Irish Phrase and Fable is dedicated to the rich cultural heritage of the Emerald Isle. Its 6,000 encyclopedic entries explore the island's history, literature, language, folklore and mythology, making for an eclectic mix of people, places, historical events, facts and phrases. From the Great Famine to the Celtic Tiger, Pygmalion to Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, this treasury of Irishness past and present will delight natives, expats and curious visitors alike.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #485695 in Books
- Published on: 2006-10-15
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 704 pages
Editorial Reviews
Tom Adair, SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY (12.12.04)
''crammed with facts and amply greased with a decent supply of well-turned phrases...this book is a gem.'
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"The original Brewer, still going strong, has always been a grand
source for myths and legends and etymological curiosities, so we expect
great things from this version, Ireland being rich in both departments.
It does not disappoint."
"Crammed with facts and amply greased with a decent supply of well-turned phrases...this book is a gem."
"A serious and scholarly work that packs in an amazing quantity of information."
"Has endless potential as a wet afternoon distraction."
Terry Prone, IRISH INDEPENDENT (19.2.05)
'The new reference book...has endless potential as a wet afternoon distraction.'
Customer Reviews
A Goldmine of Irish Culture
Unfortunately, I was only given up to five stars to rate this book. However, it deserves at least 6 stars!!! It is possibly the most comprehensive collection ever of Irish culture, folklore , language and trivia. It is an essential addition to all bookshelves and will be enjoyed by everyone - not just the Irish. It is also a must for folklorists, linguists, historians and trivia fanatics. Anyone who appreciates this book is guaranteed to enjoy the following more concise companions : Bernard Share's "Slanguage",
Paddy Sammon's "Greenspeak", Thornton B. Edwards "Irish! A Dictionary of words beginning with the word'Irish'" and Byrne's "Dictionary of Irish Local History". All of these titles are available through Amazon.
