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The Trueish History of Ireland

Garvan Grant

Verlag: Mercier Press

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Looking for the perfect Irish book to celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Discover the humorous side of Irish history with 'The True(ish) History of Ireland'. Written by Garvan Grant and illustrated by Gerard Crowley use hearsay, rumour, and some brilliant cartoons to tell the story of the island from day one right up to yesterday. Learn about the accidental invention of poitín by St Patrick, the conquest of the country by posh English invaders, and the discovery of the legendary Everlasting Pint in a cave in East Galway. This book, containing the requisite number of shamrocks and leprechauns, will take you to the very heart of what it means to be a True Gael. Order your copy of this entertaining and informative book today!

Inside you'll find:

. The true(ish) story of the Sweeneys, Ireland's legendary first family.

· Lists of all the great stuff which the Irish have contributed to the world.

· Sixty of the deadliest cartoons ever put to paper.

· Dinosaurs, sheep, Vikings, potatoes, the British and a few Celtic tigers.

The True(ish) History of Ireland sums up the joyous and fun experience of being Irish.
Verfügbar seit: 06.03.2023.
Drucklänge: 226 Seiten.

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