A Month In Mayo: Comprising Characteristic Sketches, Sporting And Social, Of Irish Life; With Miscellaneous Papers
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ISBN10: 1432699695
ISBN13: 9781432699697
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 184
Weight: 0.61
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781432699697
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jun 25 2007
Pages: 184
Weight: 0.61
Height: 0.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Month in Mayo is a book written by George Rooper that provides a comprehensive account of Irish life, both sporting and social, through a series of characteristic sketches. The book is a collection of miscellaneous papers that offers a unique insight into the culture and traditions of Ireland, particularly in Mayo, a county located in the west of the country.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Irish life. The first section provides an overview of the landscape and geography of Mayo, setting the scene for the rest of the book. The subsequent sections delve deeper into the culture and traditions of the region, exploring topics such as the local dialect, music, dance, and folklore.The book also includes several chapters on sporting activities, such as fishing, hunting, and horse racing, which were popular pastimes in Ireland during the time the book was written. Rooper provides vivid descriptions of these activities, capturing the excitement and thrill of the events.In addition to these topics, A Month in Mayo also includes a section on the social life of the region, including descriptions of local customs and traditions, as well as accounts of the people Rooper encountered during his travels. The book provides a fascinating insight into Irish life during the 19th century, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Ireland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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