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Product Identifiers
PublisherHachette Books
ISBN-101884822738
ISBN-139781884822735
eBay Product ID (ePID)807793
Product Key Features
Book TitleBig Little Book of Irish Wit and Wisdom
Number of Pages368 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1997
TopicTopic / Cultural, Ethnic & Regional, General, Europe / Ireland
IllustratorYes
GenreHumor, History
TypeTextbook
AuthorPat Fairon, Mary Dowling Daley, Fergus Kelly
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.3 in
Item Weight17 Oz
Item Length6 in
Item Width4.6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN97-022557
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition21
Compiled byDaley, Mary Dowling, Kelly, Fergus
Dewey Decimal820.8/09415
Edition DescriptionTeacher's edition
SynopsisA delightful treasury of Irish culture, including toasts, quips, and history. From prayers to proverbs, ancient customs to homespun advice, this charmingly illustrated compendium perfectly captures the spirit of the Emerald Isle. Included among the pearls of wit and wisdom are a selection of the famous ninth-century triads, beguiling riddles of traditional Irish life, prayers and blessings for all occasions, timeless proverbs, the best of Ireland's toasts, and a fascinating selection of the revered "Brehon" laws. More than 200 full-color illustrations add enchantment to practically every page., 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.
LC Classification NumberPN6178.I6B54 1997
