The age-old Irish preoccupation with place gave rise to a whole genre of Gaelic literature devoted exclusively to place-lore. That sense has permeated Irish and Anglo-Irish literature down to the present day. Intended as a practical guide to places with which poets and novelists have been associated, and some which have given rise to legends, this lovingly written and informative book will convey to the reader a sense of enchantment that comes from a knowledge of Ireland's richly textured land and literature. Enroute, ...
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The age-old Irish preoccupation with place gave rise to a whole genre of Gaelic literature devoted exclusively to place-lore. That sense has permeated Irish and Anglo-Irish literature down to the present day. Intended as a practical guide to places with which poets and novelists have been associated, and some which have given rise to legends, this lovingly written and informative book will convey to the reader a sense of enchantment that comes from a knowledge of Ireland's richly textured land and literature. Enroute, readers will encounter, perhaps rediscover, some of the world's greatest literary personalities and be rewarded by the discovery of lesser-known treasures. Extracts from poems and novels accompany the text, as well as maps, illustrations, and gorgeous color photographs, plus an extensive reading list.
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Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 0863274463. Hardcover with dustjacket, book and jacket are in excellent condition, the only remarkable flaw is a price-clip to the jacket, a professional (removable) mylar cover is included with this fine gift copy, "See Ireland through the eyes of great writers, many illustrations and maps throughout; 272 pages.
Add this copy of Elizabeth Healy's Literary Tour of Ireland: See Ireland to cart. $15.00, very good condition, Sold by ellie.e rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from White Rock, NM, UNITED STATES, published 1995 by Wolfhound Press (IE).
