Everything Irish History and Heritage Book : From Brian Boru and St. Patrick to Sinn Fein and the Troubles, All You Need to Know about the Emerald Isle by Ryan Hackney and Amy Hackney Blackwell (2004, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherAdams Media Corporation
ISBN-101580629806
ISBN-139781580629805
eBay Product ID (ePID)30293626
Product Key Features
Book TitleEverything Irish History and Heritage Book : From Brian Boru and St. Patrick to Sinn Fein and the Troubles, All You Need to Know about the Emerald Isle
Number of Pages320 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicChristianity / Catholic, General, Europe / Ireland
Publication Year2004
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, History
AuthorRyan Hackney, Amy Hackney Blackwell
Book SeriesEverything® Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight16.2 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2003-014352
TitleLeadingThe
SynopsisThere's more to being Irish than kissing a Blarney Stone! Few places on earth match Ireland's romantic attraction and historical legacy. Every year, millions of visitors flock to the ancient sites and burgeoning cities of this enchanted island to immerse themselves in its rich literary, musical, and political heritage. The Everything Irish History & Heritage Book introduces readers to the people, places, and events that have shaped the past and given rise to the unique culture of the Irish people. From the Iron Age to the economic renaissance, this comprehensive account familiarizes readers with Ireland's history and acquaints them with the climate, food, language, and sports that make it truly unique. Features exhaustive coverage of: Celtic mythology and ancient folklore The Irish literary tradition--from The Book of Kells to Ulysses The potato famine and the Great Hunger The Irish in America and the immigration experience The Troubles and the road to peace Religion and family life Packed with historical information and cultural insights, The Everything Irish History & Heritage Book is a must-read for anyone interested in the magic and mystery of the Emerald Isle., There's more to being Irish than kissing a Blarney Stone Few places on earth match Ireland's romantic attraction and historical legacy. Every year, millions of visitors flock to the ancient sites and burgeoning cities of this enchanted island to immerse themselves in its rich literary, musical, and political heritage. The Everything Irish History & Heritage Book introduces readers to the people, places, and events that have shaped the past and given rise to the unique culture of the Irish people. From the Iron Age to the economic renaissance, this comprehensive account familiarizes readers with Ireland's history and acquaints them with the climate, food, language, and sports that make it truly unique. Features exhaustive coverage of: Celtic mythology and ancient folklore The Irish literary tradition--from The Book of Kells to Ulysses The potato famine and the Great Hunger The Irish in America and the immigration experience The Troubles and the road to peace Religion and family life Packed with historical information and cultural insights, The Everything Irish History & Heritage Book is a must-read for anyone interested in the magic and mystery of the Emerald Isle.