A Primer of the Irish Language: With Copious Reading Lessons, for the Use of Students in the College of St. Columba (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

College Of St. Columba

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267871023 ISBN 13: 9780267871025

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock the basics of Irish with a practical language primer and reading lessons.

This edition presents the Irish alphabet, pronunciation rules, and spelling exercises, followed by a curated set of reading passages and religious texts designed for students in the College of St. Columba. Perfect for self‑study or classroom use, it blends fundamentals with real-world practice.

The book guides you from the simplest letter forms to common contractions, then moves into exercises and short reading selections. You’ll also find passages from Irish sermons and a traditional Church Catechism, giving you a broad sense of language use in historical sources.

• Learn the 18-letter Irish alphabet and key pronunciation rules
• Practice with spelling exercises, monosyllables, and short phrases
• Build reading confidence with progressive passages from historical Irish texts
• Explore religious and moral readings, including selections from the Irish version of the Bible and the Church Catechism

Ideal for readers beginning Irish or preparing for college study, this edition helps you build a solid foundation and steady reading pace.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267871023
• ISBN 13: 9780267871025
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 131