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Book Synopsis Tales from an Irish Barber Shop by : Peter Quinn
Download or read book Tales from an Irish Barber Shop written by Peter Quinn and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-08-19 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is something about barber shop conversations that sets them apart from the usual small talk.These exchanges are enjoyed on both sides of the chair. Here is a range of stories from funny to eye opening. Peter Quinn is a Dublin barber with a keen ear for a good story. This quirky collection of exchanges with his customers range from funny to eye opening, covering everything from the weather and the economy to the fall of the church and the spiralling cost of NAMA. Yet each tale is as individual as the customer and his hairstyle.
Book Synopsis Short Back and Sides by : Peter Quinn
Download or read book Short Back and Sides written by Peter Quinn and published by Gill & Macmillan. This book was released on 2011-08-15 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is something about barber shop conversations that sets them apart from the usual small talk. Here is a range of stories that Peter Quinns customers have told - from funny to eye opening.
Book Synopsis Tales from the Barber Shop by : Jo Palmeri
Download or read book Tales from the Barber Shop written by Jo Palmeri and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anthony "Tony Palma" Palmeri, popular barber and humorist in Pittston, a small Pennsylvania coal-mining town, began telling jokes as he began losing hair in his twenties. With his dynamic wit, Tony built up a repertoire as "The Bald Barber," which mushroomed into a stand-up-comedian routine over a 40-year career. With the humor of Robin Williams and the gentleness of Bing Crosby, there was no frightened child whom Tony could not charm into a barber chair, and no sad person he could not make laugh. Nurses, doctors, and townsfolk agreed, "He’s better than a medicine." In Tales from the Barber Shop, his daughter, Sister Josephine Palmeri, a teaching nun in Morristown, NJ, shares Tony’s 40 years of stories, along with inspirational gems from the life of her late Dad, a heartwarming story of down-to-earth holiness and humor.
Book Synopsis Ireland in the 1950s: News From A New Republic by : Tom Garvin
Download or read book Ireland in the 1950s: News From A New Republic written by Tom Garvin and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-09-02 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 1950s was a decade of international economic recovery in the United States and most of Western Europe after the disasters of World War II. There was just one exception. The Irish economy actually contracted in those years, and over four hundred thousand people, out of a population of fewer than three million, emigrated. Tom Garvin's survey of the 1950s is based largely on a close reading of contemporary newspaper reports and analyses. This darkest decade of the Irish state was brought about by an aging government that overstayed its welcome and an ideology of rural frugality that was supported by an under-developed educational system and the overweening power of the Catholic Church. Garvin also traces the rise of the generation that broke this consensus and carried Ireland into the free-trade boom of the 1960s.
Book Synopsis Rowdy Rhymes and Rec-im-itations by : Vincent Caprani
Download or read book Rowdy Rhymes and Rec-im-itations written by Vincent Caprani and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-09-09 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For about 300 years Dubliners have been creating ballads, 'rec-im-itations' and parodies – commenting in verse form – with a mischievous disregard for both the laws of libel and the canons of poetry – on everything from social events, public affairs, the city's monuments and institutions, politics, murder cases and sporting events, to their fellow citizens and street characters. Many of the ballads, in addition to showing the Dubliner's instinct for the value of words and wit, also provide an easily accessible guide to the ordinary occurrences of life in the city and a glimpse into traditions of the past. This is the tradition in which Vincent Caprani writes. So if you want to be reminded of what happened to Gough's Statue in the 'Phaynix Park', to learn more about The Whore of Hackballscross, or if you want to be entertained by 'pomes' that are by turns funny, touching and nostalgic, this is the very book for you.
Book Synopsis Funding the Nation by : Michael Keyes
Download or read book Funding the Nation written by Michael Keyes and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-09-30 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Daniel O'Connell created the Catholic nation in 1820s Ireland and in the process he gave birth to popular politics. Ahead of America where Andrew Jackson was creating his own brand of popular politics, O'Connell brought together rich and poor in support of a new phenomenon that became the popular political party. O'Connell began the shift in power from landed wealth to democratic nationalism. His success was built upon by Charles Stewart Parnell who created the first truly effective political party in the 1880s. The success of both O'Connell and Parnell was based on the flow of money into their organisations to sustain their political machines. Until now there has been no serious examination of how early nationalists raised money, how they accounted for it and – occasionally – how they misappropriated it. In telling this story Michael Keyes fills a key gap in our knowledge by showing us that popular funding was the life blood of Irish nationalism and was the key ingredient in a movement that went from political exclusion to political dominance in nineteenth-century Ireland.
Book Synopsis Liberator Daniel O'Connell by : Patrick M. Geoghegan
Download or read book Liberator Daniel O'Connell written by Patrick M. Geoghegan and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2010-10-15 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this sequel to his critically acclaimed King Dan, Patrick Geoghegan examines the latter part of O'Connell's life and career. Daniel O'Connell, often referred to as The Liberator, was an Irish political leader in the first half of the 19th century. One of the most remarkable historical figures in Irish history, he campaigned for Catholic Emancipation, including the right for Catholics to sit in the Westminster Parliament, and repeal of the Act of Union which combined Great Britain and Ireland.
Book Synopsis The Bombing of Dublin's North Strand by German Luftwaffe by : Kevin C. Kearns
Download or read book The Bombing of Dublin's North Strand by German Luftwaffe written by Kevin C. Kearns and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2009-10-16 with total page 631 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the Whit bank holiday weekend of 1941, the neutral Irish capital was suddenly and inexplicably bombed by the German Luftwaffe. On a gloriously starry night four bombs fell, the last and most devastating at precisely 2:05 a.m. on 31 May. There was a thunderous explosion and the earth quaked. Tremors were felt as far away as Enniskerry and Mullingar. Panic and pandemonium reigned in a "city seized with fear". Destruction was astonishing – homes and shops in the North Strand were largely demolished, 2,250 buildings in the city suffered some bomb damage, over forty people were killed, about 100 seriously injured, many more wounded. Hospitals and morgues filled within hours. Almost 2,000 people were rendered homeless refugees. It would later be determined that in terms of destructive performance a monstrous "perfect bomb" had done the deed. For two-thirds of a century, no book was written on what the Evening Herald proclaimed a "Night of Horror". Later called a "seismic event" in Dublin's history. Finally, near the end of the century both the Irish Military Archive and Dublin City Archive declassified their documents on the bombing – some stamped "Secret" for sixty years. At last, the theories and myths long surrounding the mysterious incident would be examined in the light of real evidence. But the heart of a book on so human a tragedy is the oral historical testimony of survivors, rescuers and observers who provide graphic eyewitness accounts. This is a narrative social history of immense human drama.
Book Synopsis Buen Camino! Walk the Camino de Santiago with a Father and Daughter by : Peter Murtagh
Download or read book Buen Camino! Walk the Camino de Santiago with a Father and Daughter written by Peter Murtagh and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-03-18 with total page 403 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever dreamed about walking the Camino de Santiago? Join Peter Murtagh, acclaimed Irish journalist, and his teenage daughter Natasha on their epic pilgrimage across the Way of St James and experience their life-changing adventure with them.If you've ever wondered what a hike of 900 miles involves, physically and emotionally, look no further than Buen Camino! You will be transported to Northern Spain, to bull-running and fiestas, to prayers and ancient Christian churches, to a gruelling trek that leads to a spiritual transformation. You'll meet a motley crew of Camino pilgrims, stay with Peter and Natasha in Spartan hostels, learn about the history of the Camino and, above all, laugh and cry with a loving father and daughter as they walk steps trod by thousands of religious travellers before them.Whether you're a seasoned 'peregrino' seeking to relive your glorious Camino days, a Camino novice looking for stories of Camino veterans or someone who's never even heard of the Camino, Buen Camino! is a must-read, full of drama, exhilaration, love, laughter and spiritual and emotional revelations.More than just a travelogue, Buen Camino! is the unique story of the shared emotional journey of a loving Irish father and daughter and of the deep family bond their shared journey of self-discovery forges. Be seduced by the spirit of the Camino and join Peter and Natasha as they follow the ancient route of Irish monks on pilgrimage and find a way of living in the world more simply.Light in weight, and available as an ebook, this is the perfect Camino companion. 'A lovely book for those who have done the Camino, or like me, are thinking of doing it'The Dubliner'An addictive, funny, heart-warming, informative read' The Irish Mail
Book Synopsis King Dan Daniel O'Connell 1775-1829 by : Patrick M. Geoghegan
Download or read book King Dan Daniel O'Connell 1775-1829 written by Patrick M. Geoghegan and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2008-10-17 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Daniel O'Connell, often referred to as The Liberator, was an Irish political leader in the first half of the 19th century. One of the most remarkable historical figures in Irish history, he campaigned for Catholic Emancipation, including the right for Catholics to sit in the Westminster Parliament, and repeal of the Act of Union which combined Great Britain and Ireland. Famous in his day as the most feared lawyer in Ireland, O'Connell tormented judges, terrorised opposing barristers, and won a reputation for saving the lives of so many men who would otherwise have been hanged. He became 'The Counsellor', the fearless defender of the people. He secured that reputation through his campaign for Catholic emancipation when he founded the first successful mass democratic movement in European history, and became 'The Liberator'.
Book Synopsis Fianna Fáil : The End of the Party by : Bruce Arnold
Download or read book Fianna Fáil : The End of the Party written by Bruce Arnold and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2011-10-28 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Election of February 2011 will be remembered for the defeat and virtual annihilation of Fianna Fáil. Stripped of power in humiliating circumstances, the party was disgraced, possibly to the point of no return. The story of how this happened is a mixture of farce and tragedy. The collective leadership of the party lost touch with reality and watched, as though mesmerised, while Brian Cowen led them from one catastrophic mistake to another. He was aided in this by Brian Lenihan, Minister for Finance, whose mistakes were among the worst ever made by the holder of this crucial office. Fianna Fáil demolished itself in the eyes of the electorate due to its entanglement with property and banking scandals, inept decisions and gross mismanagement of the most profitable time ever enjoyed by the Irish people. Two journalists with inside knowledge of the events and extensive experience of politics over many years have joined their talents to write this gripping story.
Book Synopsis John A. Costello The Reluctant Taoiseach by : David McCullagh
Download or read book John A. Costello The Reluctant Taoiseach written by David McCullagh and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2010-10-08 with total page 839 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John A. Costello remains the most elusive of our former Taoisigh, despite his enormous contribution to Irish history. He declared the Republic, led the country's first ever coalition government, and faced the Mother and Child Crisis. A surprise choice who battled against taking the job, Costello was the Reluctant Taoiseach. Historian and political correspondent David McCullagh charts the life of this fascinating man, using his personal archive of papers, as well as interviews with former colleagues, family and friends. McCullagh offers new insights into a political career which stretched from Independence to the end of the 1960s, including the Commonwealth Conferences of the 1920s, to the new Constitution of 1937, and Governments in the 1940s and 1950s. Politician, barrister, Attorney General, politician, family man – The Reluctant Taoiseach takes a fresh and revealing look at the life of a man at the centre of politics and law during one of the most turbulent periods in Irish history
Book Synopsis Overheard in Dublin #LOL by : Gerard Kelly
Download or read book Overheard in Dublin #LOL written by Gerard Kelly and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2014-09-12 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A city of half a million, in 140 characters or less Overheard in Dublin is back with another riot of wit, wisdom and suspect logic, this time with the vast majority of the contributions drawn from the site's wildly popular Twitter account. Fans young and old will love this hilarious new collection. Get ready to laugh once again - you'll be LOLing in the aisles! - Overheard at the McDonald's drive-thru on Naas Road. The cashier shouts to his manager: 'Are we allowed to serve customers on horses?' - A guard is searching a young lad at Oxegen. Guard: 'Do ya have anything on ya that ya shouldn't?' Lad: 'Yes, me da's socks!' - On a Ryanair flight to Stansted. Girl: 'Excuse me, flight attendant, can I have a Diet Coke with no ice!?' Flight attendant: 'Want a little umbrella in there too, princess?'Join the conversation on Twitter @OverheardinDublin.
Book Synopsis Medium-Sized Town, Fairly Big Story – Hilarious Stories from Ireland by : Ronan Casey
Download or read book Medium-Sized Town, Fairly Big Story – Hilarious Stories from Ireland written by Ronan Casey and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Only in Ireland – the funniest, wildest and most absurd stories from Ireland's local newspapers For anyone with a sense of humour and a taste for the absurd, here are the best of the unique, hilarious stories from towns and villages the length and breadth of the country that make the headlines in the local newspaper ... and nowhere else. Read all about the dogs in Mountmellick forced to wear nappies, the Kerry boat builder who travelled 23 minutes back in time, the pub thieves who escaped through Limerick prison, the Corkman whose most treasured possession is his bucket from the Pope's 1979 visit and many, many more. Medium-Sized Town, Fairly Big Story showcases the best of Ireland's distinctive humour, personality and wit. This book is a window on the real soul of Ireland, a snapshot of the way we were, the way we are and, hopefully, the way we'll always be. 'Open this book on any page and you'll smile. This book will sit proudly in my toilet for many years to come.' Hector Ó hEochagáin 'Ireland's famous wit and charm is often most evident in our local papers and Ronan has unearthed the best of it for this great book.' Bressie 'I was laughing just reading some of the headlines!' Gerry Duffy, bestselling author of Who Dares, Runs and Tick Tock Ten 'This is a rale good book. A week never passes that I don't buy a few local papers and Ronan has done a savage job bringing some of the best stories from them together here.' Mick Foster, one half of Foster & Allen 'This book is a great validation of the importance of local newspapers.' Tony Allen, the other half ... 'It really is the perfect gift for a loved one living abroad or anyone at home who loves reading about what makes Ireland tick!' Ireland's Eye
Book Synopsis The Courage to Be Happy by : Colm O'Connor
Download or read book The Courage to Be Happy written by Colm O'Connor and published by Gill & Macmillan Ltd. This book was released on 2010-12-20 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We live in an age in which unhappiness, depression, stress and anxiety are everywhere. We struggle with things like bad relationships, work pressure, low self-esteem, worry and helplessness. The list is endless, because everyone is unhappy for different reasons. Whatever the causes of your unhappiness, this book will lay out a way of looking at yourself that can transform your psychology and behaviour. Presenting the 'why', 'what' and 'how' of happiness, Colm O'Connor will inspire you to take your emotional well-being seriously and show you how to build essential happiness-enhancing disciplines into everyday life. In showing how we need to 'do happiness' rather than how to 'get happiness' you will discover a new way to help awaken your innate happiness and well-being in a deeply human and practical way. Inside you will find a list of the 21 things that are essential for happiness, the 15 principles of happiness, and a method that is easy to integrate with daily routines. To get access to free interactive material to accompany this book please visit www.couragetobehappy.ie
Book Synopsis Index to the Catalogue of Books of the Mercantile Library Association of Boston by : Mercantile Library Association (Boston, Mass.)
Download or read book Index to the Catalogue of Books of the Mercantile Library Association of Boston written by Mercantile Library Association (Boston, Mass.) and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Catalogue of the Public Library of Victoria by : Public Library of Victoria
Download or read book The Catalogue of the Public Library of Victoria written by Public Library of Victoria and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 998 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
