Ireland in Your Pocket
Gill & Macmillan Ltd (Verlag)
978-0-7171-3579-0 (ISBN)
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Everything you need to know about the history, culture, geography, climate, cuisine, pastimes, and traditions of Ireland - all in one handy and authoritative volume. The history of the country, the wars and invasions that shaped it, the regents and landlords and politicians who have championed the Irish or held them in sway. A timeline provides key dates and turning points for quick reference, All 32 counties full of wonder and mystery, waiting for you to explore them - prepare yourself by travelling through them all and learning about their captivating customs and pastimes, their delectable food, and what you should always do and never do on your sojourn in Ireland. The words and phrases of the Irish language which appear in conversation throughout Ireland. Master them yourself and transcend the limits faced by the usual tourist. Ireland In Your Pocket is the perfect companion for the Irish visitor.
Anthony Shaw has written widely on history, culture and current affairs. He is the co-author of Ireland-History, Culture, People and The Illustrated Guide to World History.
Introduction Basic Facts Getting to Ireland Geography Physical Extremities Ireland's Weather A Brief History Key Dates Irish Lives The Irish Diaspora A County Guide Ireland's Cities Place Names Ireland's Landmarks Family Names Irish First Names The Irish Language Simple Irish Phrases Literary Ireland Authors and Poets Arts and Crafts Round Towers Sacred Ireland Ireland's Saints St. Patrick Prayers and Blessings Folklore Irish Dancing Quotes and Sayings Toasts Wedding Traditions Sport Flora and Fauna The Peat Bogs Native Dog Breeds Ireland's Islands Food and Drink Favorite Dishes Index Acknowledgements
| Zusatzinfo | colour photographs, index |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Dublin |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 108 x 133 mm |
| Themenwelt | Reiseführer ► Europa ► Irland |
| Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte ► Regional- / Ländergeschichte | |
| Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Kulturgeschichte | |
| ISBN-10 | 0-7171-3579-9 / 0717135799 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-7171-3579-0 / 9780717135790 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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