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Author: Peter Behrens Publisher: House of Anansi ISBN: 0887848850 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 403
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Winner of the Governor General's Award for Fiction. Peter Behrens's bestselling novel is gorgeously written, Homeric in scope, and haunting in its depiction of a young man's perilous journey from innocence to experience. The Law of Dreams follows Fergus O'Brien from Ireland to Liverpool and Wales during the Great Potato Famine of 1847, and then beyond -- to a harrowing Atlantic crossing to Montreal. On the way, Fergus loses his family, discovers a teeming world beyond the hill farm where he was born, and experiences three great loves.
Author: Peter Behrens Publisher: House of Anansi ISBN: 0887848850 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 403
Book Description
Winner of the Governor General's Award for Fiction. Peter Behrens's bestselling novel is gorgeously written, Homeric in scope, and haunting in its depiction of a young man's perilous journey from innocence to experience. The Law of Dreams follows Fergus O'Brien from Ireland to Liverpool and Wales during the Great Potato Famine of 1847, and then beyond -- to a harrowing Atlantic crossing to Montreal. On the way, Fergus loses his family, discovers a teeming world beyond the hill farm where he was born, and experiences three great loves.
Author: Ian Sansom Publisher: Blackstaff Press ISBN: 9781780733289 Category : Languages : en Pages : 256
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An anthology of specially commissioned short stories exploring the weird, surreal, and dream-like. Bringing together some of the best of Northern Ireland's literary talents as well as new and exciting voices, this collection is dark, funny, and unsettling.
Author: W. H. A. Williams Publisher: University of Illinois Press ISBN: 9780252065514 Category : Irish Languages : en Pages : 348
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The image of the Irish in the United States changed drastically over time, from that of hard-drinking, rioting Paddies to genial, patriotic working-class citizens. In 'Twas Only an Irishman's Dream, William H. A. Williams traces the change in this image through more than 700 pieces of sheet music--popular songs from the stage and for the parlor--to show how Americans' opinions of Ireland and the Irish went practically from one extreme to the other. Because sheet music was a commercial item it had to be acceptable to the broadest possible song-buying public. "Negotiations" about their image involved Irish songwriters, performers, and pressured groups, on the one hand, and non-Irish writers, publishers, and audiences on the other. Williams ties the contents of song lyrics to the history of the Irish diaspora, suggesting how ethnic stereotypes are created and how they evolve within commercial popular culture.
Author: Martin Allington Publisher: ISBN: 9781620500026 Category : Coarse fishing Languages : en Pages : 244
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This is a guide to coarse fishing covering 420 locations in the counties of Leitrim, Cavan, Monaghan, Sligo, Roscommon, Longford and Westmeath.
Author: Marguerite Quintelli-Neary Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing ISBN: 1443803979 Category : Performing Arts Languages : en Pages : 215
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Visions of the Irish Dream assembles essays that examine the elusive dream of the Irish and Irish Americans, looking at aspirations of 19th-century emigrants to Canada and the United States, political and educational goals of the Irish, historic trauma, contemporary xenophobia, and artists’ renditions of “Irishness.” Whether the dreams are fulfilled or deferred, they all strive to come to terms with what it means to be Irish; sometimes the definition involves bringing a piece of the old country with you, buying facsimiles of “genuine Irish goods,” or redefining self in a way that frees Ireland of the colonial model. This study explores the conflicted and shifting visions of the people who inhabit or have left an isolated island that has moved from a search for independence to integration into a European union. From discussion of the politics of translation in Ferguson and Mangan to the establishment of the National schools, the movement of the Celts from continental Europe as evidenced in Joyce to the translatlantic flight of the Irish to the Americas in a drama by Nicola McCartney, and the re-invention of the feminine force in the writings of novelists Jennifer Johnston and Roddy Doyle to the feminine voice expressed in the work of poet Eiléan NíChuilleanáin, the collection underscores the significance of the dream in Irish history and the arts.
Author: Rhian J. Martin Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781546997641 Category : Languages : en Pages : 412
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Something tragic happened in Galway. Something no one will talk about. Cynical loner Ronan Twomey might seem like a normal university student, but he doesn't allow anyone to get close enough to know what he's buried deep inside. That is, until his life collides with those of Stephen McSwiggan and Ellen Graham... Dopey, awkward Stephen McSwiggan welcomes the arrival of his new American housemate, Ellen, but that doesn't mean his life is remotely enviable. His demanding mother thinks he's best suited to the priesthood, and the rest of his family assumes he will remain a bachelor. However, in a strange turn of events, Stephen surprises everyone... including himself. Anxious but spirited Ellen Graham arrives in Galway for her semester abroad, but the prospect of adjusting to an unfamiliar place is daunting. All she wants to do is fit in, make friends, and feel like she belongs somewhere... but will this bustling Irish city welcome her with open arms? Just when things seem totally hopeless, an unassuming acquaintance arrives to help the three students take control of their young adult lives. It may be that she, with the help of Stephen and Ellen, can urge Ronan to confront the nagging truth of his past, but will that be enough? In a novel that transports readers to contemporary Galway, Ireland, Rhian J. Martin explores the ambiguous nature of young adult life, the misery of lost hope, and the human capacity for connection, compassion, and camaraderie across generations.
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books ISBN: 0711257728 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn’t do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans, and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever lived, and a hero to those who dare to think differently. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the iconic naturalist’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Author: Susanne O'Leary Publisher: Sandy Cove ISBN: 9781786818638 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 272
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A gorgeous, compelling page-turner about one woman's journey to the heart of Ireland and the family secret she's destined to discover... Cordelia Mirafiore has never truly felt at home in South Florida, so when she's unexpectedly called to the reading of a long-lost relative's will in Ireland, she's hopeful that escaping to Willow House to meet her family might help her to figure out who she really is... As soon as Cordelia reaches Sandy Cove, the views of the blue ocean and stunning coastline around her provide a sense of calm she has never felt before. She meets her cousins Maeve and Roisin, who welcome her with open arms, finds herself drawn to a handsome man who is also an outsider in town, and feels an instant spark. But the rest of the McKenna family aren't so willing to accept Cordelia, or even believe that she's family. When they learn that Cordelia is to inherit a third of Willow House, she is forced to prove who she is. All she has are old parish records and a battered box of family photographs, but they lead her to secrets she may not want to uncover. Can Cordelia find the courage to face her family's past? Can she trust the mysterious man who has swept her off her feet? Or will the lies told for generations force her to leave Sandy Cove forever? Second chances begin on Ireland's shores. An unforgettable story about mothers and daughters, Dreams of Willow House is perfect for fans of Sheila O'Flanagan, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe. Readers love Susanne O'Leary! 'Excellent... A totally captivating book from the first page, I laughed out loud at many parts and shed a few tears in others, a real hug in a book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I couldn't put this down! Absolutely delightful!... Great read on a rainy day or a vacation read!!!! Loved this!' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'What a wonderful read this was!... The definition of feel-good - reading it felt like sunshine... The first 'feel-good' novel I've read this year that actually made me feel good... I just couldn't put it away.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Oh, this was a lovely story... A lovely vacation read with plenty of heart... lots of laughter and healing make this a book that is hard to put down and harder to forget... sure to put a smile on your face.' I Am, Indeed 'Another enchanting read from Susanne O'Leary and I'm delighted to learn it is the start of a series. I can't wait to return to Sandy Cove.' Rachel's Random Reads, 5 stars 'I really enjoyed reading this book. I was hooked from the very first page to the very last. I recommend this book to others. You are going to enjoy it just as much as I did.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'This is the first book that I have read of Susanne O'Learys but it certainly won't be the last, I loved every word of it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'What an enchanting story, one I really couldn't put down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Author: Rosemary Mamie Adkins Publisher: ISBN: 9781935586531 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 256
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All the wonderful sites of Ireland are presented, in 249 pages and in over 150 vivid colored photographs. Learn a great deal about Dublin and see sites in this book many visitors have missed. Visit beautiful Kylemore Abbey, take a boat ride to the Cliffs of Moher, enjoy a banquet at Bunratty Castle with its entertainment, stay in five star hotels with special offers and visit numerous wonderful Irish towns from Dublin around to Galway. Read Irish mysteries as to who was the real Molly Malone, and what are the origins of the Blarney Stone and Blarney Woollen Mills. Take the adventure to the Aran Islands or watch the sunset in Fossa across the Lake Limerick. View waterways with Customs boats and Forts that protected the shores. See the beautiful Mitzen Peninsula. Includes special offers that will save you hundreds of dollars exclusive to owning the book.
Author: Peter Behrens
Author: Peter Behrens
Author: Ian Sansom
Author: W. H. A. Williams
Author: Martin Allington
Author: Marguerite Quintelli-Neary
Author: Niamh Shaw
Author: Rhian J. Martin
Author: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Author: Susanne O'Leary
Author: Rosemary Mamie Adkins