The Gift of the Gab: The Irish Conversation Guide

Hayes, Tadhg

ISBN 10: 0862785170 / ISBN 13: 9780862785178

Published by O'Brien Press Ltd, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Gift of the Gab: The Irish Conversation Guide
• Publisher: O'Brien Press Ltd
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0862785170
• ISBN 13: 9780862785178
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Terry Willers
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 40.8 grams

About this title

Synopsis

For the unprepared visitor, Irish conversation can be a minefield. A seemingly easy question like, "You're not from around here, are ye?" requires a far more detailed reply than, "No, I'm not." In order not to be thought rude, you should supply details of where you live, why you arc in Ireland. the tiny village (now deserted) from which your great-great-grandfather emigrated and the year and -- to be really accepted -- your salary, marital status, and daily eating habits!

Gift of the Gab will see you through any topic including weather, sports, chink, death, and how to interpret travel direction. All in all this book is the most essential thing after your umbrella, you will need for an enjoyable holiday in Ireland.

About the Author

Tadhg Hayes lives and works in Kerry, one of the richest sources of 'the Gab' in the country.