Irish History and Cultural Materials
46-141Treasury of Irish Love Poems, Proverbs and Triads
edited by Gabriel Rosenstock, 128pp; a compilation of over 70 Irish love
poems, proverbs and triads spanning fifteen centuries and features original
works and English translations of poetry from such prominent Irish poets
as Colm Breathnach and Nuala Ní Dhomhaill. ............. $13.95
46-142 Ogham: An Irish Alphabet, Cristoir Mag Fhearaigh
and Tim Stampton, 46pp; the form of Irish known as Ogham was established
as a medium of communication beforte the fourth century AD. This book is
a bilingual explanation and illustrated representation of the Ogham alphabet
..... $8.95
46-143Ireland: An Illustrated History, Henry Weisser,
166 pp; While it is easy to appreciate the natural beauty of Ireland, the
Emerald Isle's history is also rich and a complex subject of study. Spanning
prehistoric and Celtic Ireland to modern times, this volume examines the
people, religion, social changes and politics that have evolved into the
tradition of modern ireland. The author takes the reader on ajourney through
Ireland's past to show how historic events have left an indelible mark
on everything from architecture and economy to spirit and lifestyles of
the Irish people........ $13.95
46-144 Ireland Companion Guide, Henry Weisser, 300
pp; an explanation of the facts, circumstances and implications of the
culture and history of Ireland written in a sympathetic yet objective and
unromantic manner. A must for business people, travelers and students.
The author is a Professor of History at Colorado State University specializing
in Ireland . .........$16.95
46-146 The Art of Irish Cooking, Monica Sheridan, 166pp;
nearly 200 recipes for traditional Irish fare, 161 pp ................. $14.95
46-146 IRISH HUMOROUS POETRY by Críostoír O¹Flynn. A bilingual feast of comic verse culled from the Irish tradition; 191 pp, ..........$16.95
46-147 THE IRISH BED AND BREAKFAST BOOK, third edition by Frank and Fran Sullivan. Guide to the country and tourist homes, farms, guest houses and inns of Ireland ................ $16.95 PB
46-148 IRISH DANCE by Arthur Flynn. Following the tremendous popularity of Riverdance and Lord of the Dance, this book traces the history of Irish dance and offers instruction as well. 288 pp, illustrated ........ $14.95 PB
46-149 Irish Love Poems: Danta Grá edited by Paula Redes and illustrated by Peadar McDaid, 146pp; a mingling of the famous, the infamous and the unknown, these works span four centuries up to the most modern poets including 1995 Nobel prize winner Seamus Heany
....................... $19.95
46-150 Irish Proverbs, 160 pp; a collection of wit and wisdom in the great oral tradition of Ireland -- a peek into the Irish soul with 200 proverbs discussing the hard times, good times and great times experienced by the Irish people in the cities, out of the country and by the sea. .............. $16.95
46-501 The Celtic World: An Illustrated History, 700 BCE to the Present by Patrick Lavin. From the valleys of the Bronze Age urnfields to the works of 20th century liteary greats, the author leads the reader on an entertaining and informative journey through 150 pages of Celtic history, culture and traditions; 150 pp ........$16.95
46-502 Celtic Cookbook: Traditional Recipes from the Six Celtic Lands, Helen Smith-Tiddy, 161 pp; a collection over 160 recipes from the Celtic world including traditional yet still popular dishes like Rabbit Hogan and Gwydd y Dolic (Stuffed Goose in Red Wine) ..........$24.95
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