Brewer's Dictionary of Irish Phrase & Fable

Brewer's Dictionary of
Irish Phrase & Fable

By Sean McMahon & Joe O'Donoghue
November 2009
Hodder Education
Distributed By Trans-Atlantic Publications
9780550105653

867 Pages
$75.00 Hardcover

Summary: Brewer’s Dictionary of Irish Phrase and Fable is dedicated to the rich cultural heritage of the Emerald Isle. Its encyclopedic entries explore the island’s history, literature, language, folklore and mythology, making for an eclectic mix of people, places, historical events, facts and phrases. From the Great Famine to the Celtic Tiger, Pygmalion to Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, this treasury of Irishness past and present will delight natives, expats and curious visitors alike.

6,000 entries focus on the phrase and fable of Ireland, from ancient myth to modern politics
Quotes from Irish literature give context to entries
Clear layout makes searching easy and browsing a pleasure
With a foreword by Maeve Binchy