A Joyful Look At The Way Ireland Speaks
Colm O’Regan explores the phrases, curses and turns of speech that give Irish English its flavour in this witty, affectionate book. Travelling from region to region, it mixes humour, linguistic curiosity and cultural insight in a way that will especially charm readers who love Irish speech in all its richness.
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Gallivanting With Words: How The Irish Speak English
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A Joyful Look At The Way Ireland Speaks
Colm O’Regan explores the phrases, curses and turns of speech that give Irish English its flavour in this witty, affectionate book. Travelling from region to region, it mixes humour, linguistic curiosity and cultural insight in a way that will especially charm readers who love Irish speech in all its richness.
- Book Synopsis
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Ideal for readers who:
- Enjoy books that celebrate the colour, humour and oddity of Irish speech.
- Are curious about where familiar sayings, curses and local phrases come from.
- Would relish a journey from Cork to Connemara through language and place.
- Prefer lively nonfiction that is witty, warm and full of cultural insight.
Gallivanting With Words is a playful romp through the words, phrases and quirks that reflect the very soul of Ireland. From the Shakespearean roots of 'We'll have the tay' to the devilish curses of old Ireland, 'May the devil make a ladder of your spine', this is a joyful exploration of the language that makes us, well, us.
Take a tour around the country, from Cork to Connemara, tracing the words and expressions that set each place apart. Revel in the genius of the GAA sideline slagging, the poetry of a sneaky shift and the unapologetic charm of a well-placed curse.
- About The Author
- Colm O'Regan is an acclaimed author and columnist, known for his humorous explorations of Irish life and culture. He is the author of several books, including the hugely popular Isn't it Well for Ye? The Book of Irish Mammies.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781804583487
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Gill Books, (30 October 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 304
- Weight
- 411 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 135 mm
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