{"product_id":"in-ireland-long-ago-9780853427810","title":"In Ireland Long Ago","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the world of Irish folklore with Kevin Danaher''s book, ''In Ireland Long Ago.'' This narrative provides a look into traditional Irish folk life, from the comfort of the hearth to the stories and gossip that fill it, alongside the food and drink that define Irish tradition.This book explores the lifestyle of a past generation in Ireland, highlighting daily life and customs. It includes descriptions of household items, agricultural tools, and stories like that of the water diviner, bringing Irish folklore to life.You''ll read about intense faction fights, Irish weddings, and rituals for the departed. This volume isn''t just a book; it''s a journey into Irish folk life and its stories and traditions.''In Ireland Long Ago'' has been informing and surprising readers for over thirty years and is a significant book in Irish folklore literature. It offers an exploration of Irish heritage, culture, and folklore.With Danaher''s storytelling and attention to detail, ''In Ireland Long Ago'' is a valuable addition to your collection of Irish folklore books. The narratives transport you to a different time, showcasing Ireland''s folklore-filled past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy Way of Introduction  Thatch and Whitewash  The Hearth  The Light and the Fire  Pots and Pans  What did they Eat?  Our Daily Bread  What did they Drink?  Mountain Dew  Tobacco  What did they Wear?  Plough and Spade  The Flail  The Dairy  Carrying Things  Travel by Water  Weighing and Measuring  The Water Diviner  The Forge  ‘Come all ye Gallant Irishmen ...'  The Faction Fighters  Haste to the Wedding  The Hedge School  The Wake  The Funeral  In Memory of the Dead","brand":"Mercier Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51768251973975,"sku":"9780853427810","price":15.84,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780853427810.jpg?v=1758717066","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/in-ireland-long-ago-9780853427810","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}