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Author: Padraic O'Farrell Publisher: Mercier Press Ltd ISBN: 1781171122 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 151
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Irish people have blessings, toasts, and curses for every occasion and are renowned for yarns and stories. They have a gift of the gab which may come from kissing The Blarney Stone! This collection of humourous quotations is full of wit and merriment but the sayings come from times of revolution, famine, and hardship. This volume is a treasure trove of blessings, toasts, and curses and is an ideal gift for those of Irish heritage seeking to celebrate St. Patrick's Day (or St Patty's Day!) and St Brigid's day, which is now a national bank holiday in Ireland.
Author: Padraic O'Farrell Publisher: Mercier Press Ltd ISBN: 1781171122 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 151
Book Description
Irish people have blessings, toasts, and curses for every occasion and are renowned for yarns and stories. They have a gift of the gab which may come from kissing The Blarney Stone! This collection of humourous quotations is full of wit and merriment but the sayings come from times of revolution, famine, and hardship. This volume is a treasure trove of blessings, toasts, and curses and is an ideal gift for those of Irish heritage seeking to celebrate St. Patrick's Day (or St Patty's Day!) and St Brigid's day, which is now a national bank holiday in Ireland.
Author: Padraic O'Farrell Publisher: Sterling Publishing (NY) ISBN: Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 132
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"A collection of classic Irish sayings, curses, blessings and toasts for any occasion, such as, "When the road rises to meet you may it slap you in the face"."
Author: Nicholas Nigro Publisher: Red Wheel/Weiser ISBN: 1571748288 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 292
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The Irish are renowned for their unrivaled capacity to spin a yarn and tell a story. They have a singular gift for gab and delight in the art of conversation. Being Irish means finding both humor and insight on life's roller coaster ride of highs and lows. Indeed, the Irish narrative is chock-full of wit, fellowship, and merriment, but it is also deeply rooted in a revolutionary past of severe hardship. This volume is an Irish treasure trove of words and sentiments for any and all occasions that both entertains and informs. Here are over 500 quotes that fall into the following categories: Blessings and Toasts; Drinking, Humorous, and Specialty Toasts; Saint Patrick, Saint Brigid, and Special Prayers, Curses, Proverbs, and Sayings; Poetry and Rhymes; He Said, She Said; and Ballads and Songs.
Author: Nicholas Nigro Publisher: Hampton Roads Publishing ISBN: 1612834140 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 292
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The Irish are renowned for their unrivaled capacity to spin a yarn and tell a story. They have a singular gift for gab and delight in the art of conversation. Being Irish means finding both humor and insight on life’s roller coaster ride of highs and lows. Indeed, the Irish narrative is chock-full of wit, fellowship, and merriment, but it is also deeply rooted in a revolutionary past of severe hardship. This volume is an Irish treasure trove of words and sentiments for any and all occasions that both entertains and informs. Here are over 500 quotes that fall into the following categories: Blessings and Toasts; Drinking, Humorous, and Specialty Toasts; Saint Patrick, Saint Brigid, and Special Prayers, Curses, Proverbs, and Sayings; Poetry and Rhymes; He Said, She Said; and Ballads and Songs.
Author: Liam O'Brien Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781499255461 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 58
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Make new friends and impress your current crowd with "IRISH TOASTS - Over 100 Very Cool Things to Say When You Raise Your Glass in Celebration" Here is the ULTIMATE COLLECTION of Irish Toasts ... over 100 great toasts in 11 categories: General Toasts Toasts with Advice Toasting Friends and Friendship Toasting Ireland and The Irish Toasting Male/Female Relationships Toasts About Drinking Everyday Toasts in the Irish Language Wedding Toasts Christmas Toasts New Year's Toasts Saint Patrick's Day Toasts Along with these 100] toasts that will make sure you're the crowd pleaser when you raise your glass in celebration, there are some fun photos to help you get in touch with their Irish origin. You'll be the life of the party every time you get together with friends and family over a cold, frosty beverage or cocktail! Other books by Jean LeGrand include: "Irish Drinks" - 27 Cocktail Recipes for St. Patrick's Day or Whenever You Want to Celebrate Like the Irish "Irish Proverbs" - Over 200 Insightful Irish Proverbs in 15 Categories "Irish Treats" - 30 Dessert Recipes for St. Patrick's Day or Whenever You Want to Celebrate Like the Irish As well as "Irish Dinners", "Irish Blessings" and "Irish Curses"
Author: Jason S. Roberts Publisher: ISBN: Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 136
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This collection brings together the luck and the charm of the Irish in a single volume filled with blessings, toasts, old-fashioned customs, sayings, superstitions, jokes, limericks, legends and common remedies for simple ailments such as headache, heartache or freckles - and love spells using herbs and poetry. From the wailing and clapping of the Banshee to the dancing and pranks of the Little People, this book contains gems of Irish folklore and tradition.
Author: Padraic O'Farrell Publisher: Mercier Press Ltd ISBN: 1781175357 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 119
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Unleash the power of Irish wit and wisdom with this collection of quotes, proverbs and blessings from Padraic O'Farrell. Discover the timeless wisdom of great Irish men such as Shaw, Wilde, Synge and Swift, as well as the unspoiled gems of Irish folklore and legend. Perfect for those seeking a taste of Irish culture, this book is a must-have for anyone celebrating St Patrick's Day and beyond. * There's no point in keeping a dog if you are going to do your own barking. * The best way to get an Irishman to refuse to do something is by ordering it. * Initiative is praiseworthy when it succeeds, stupid when it fails. * Burning the candle at both ends will soon leave you without a light.“/p> * The smaller the cottage, the wider the door. * Morality is simply the attitude we adopt towards people whom we personally dislike. - Oscar Wilde
Author: Jean LeGrand Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781499258356 Category : Irish wit and humor Languages : en Pages : 0
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Some of these proverbs are profound. Some are funny. Many will help you to offer meaningful advice or to clarify communications in either personal or a business situations. The wisdom of the ages is at your finger tips with over 200 Irish Proverbs in 15 categories: Character & Honor Opportunity Human Nature Patience Stupidity Wisdom Drinking Advice Work & Idleness Youth & Old Age Life's Ups & Downs Romance & Marriage Fortune & Wealth The Wisdom of Silence Observations on Life PLUS scenic photographs to help you get in touch with the Irish origin of these 200+ proverbs that you can use for inspiration and motivation. You will probably commit one or two to memory and find, that when used at the right time can have a profoundly positive impact on your communication. Other books by Jean LeGrand include Irish Treats - 30 Dessert Recipes for St. Patrick's Day or Whenever You Want to Celebrate Like the Irish Irish Toasts - Over 100 Very Cool Things to Say When You Raise Your Glass in Celebration Irish Drinks - 27 Cocktail Recipes for St. Patrick's Day or Whenever You Want to Celebrate Like the Irish As well as "Irish Dinners", "Irish Blessings" and "Irish Curses"
Author: Padraic O'Farrell
Author: Padraic O'Farrell
Author: Padraic O'Farrell
Author: Padraic O'Farrell
Author: Nicholas Nigro
Author: Nicholas Nigro
Author: Liam O'Brien
Author: Jason S. Roberts
Author: Padraic O'Farrell
Author: Leonard R. N. Ashley
Author: Jean LeGrand