Synopsis
"This is one race of people for whom psychoanalysis is of no use whatsoever." - said Sigmund Freud, of the Irish, and rightly so! For few other nationalities have as fierce a hold on their identity as the Irish. The Irish Year celebrates all that makes Ireland unique—its history, art, literature and music; its heroes and vagabonds, saints and wits; its language, folklore and traditions. A year-long journey through Ireland and all things Irish, each day is packed with fascinating facts, folklore and fun. There's a daily Irish word; notable events from the day in history; quotes, both wise and witty; traditions, trivia, folklore; first and family names, their origins and their meanings as well as jokes and recipes. So Fáilte! Grab a cathaoir, pour yourself a pionta of your favorite beverage, and start your Irish holiday today.