Irish Language and Culture by Gerry Coughlan

Irish Language and Culture by Gerry Coughlan

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Presents the history of Irish English language and culture. This book includes pointers on common misunderstandings and the quirks of Irish English. It covers the subtleties of Irish slang and jargon; terms for food and drink, and sports and entertainment; humorous and quirky expressions; a Gaelic section; and, an easy-to-use lexicon index.

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Irish Language and Culture by Gerry Coughlan

This book presents the history of Irish English language and culture. It includes clever pointers on common misunderstandings and the quirks of Irish English. A guide to the subtleties of Irish slang and jargon, it features terms for food and drink, and sports and entertainment; humorous and quirky expressions; a useful Gaelic section; and, a useful and easy-to-use lexicon index.
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ISBN 13 9781740595773
ISBN 10 1740595777
Title Irish Language and Culture
Author Gerry Coughlan
Series Lonely Planet Language Reference
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Lonely Planet Publications Ltd
Year published 2007-03-16
Number of pages 256
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