Brewer's Dictionary of Irish Phrase & Fable

By Jo O'Donoghue and Sean McMahon

Brewer's Dicitonary of Irish Phrase & Fable is dedicated to the rich cultural heritage of the Emberald Isle. Its 6,000 encylopedic 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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0550105654
• ISBN13: 9780550105653
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Chambers Harrap Pub Ltd
• Length: 867 Pages
• Weight: 3.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 2.3" x 7.0"