Ireland as Gaeilge

Ireland as Gaeilge
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Publisher : Orpen Press
Total Pages : 152
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ISBN-10 : 9781786050427
ISBN-13 : 1786050420
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Book Synopsis Ireland as Gaeilge by : Olga Balaeva

Download or read book Ireland as Gaeilge written by Olga Balaeva and published by Orpen Press. This book was released on 2017-12-21 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you confused by all the Irish language signs you see around you? Do you wonder if and when the Irish actually speak Irish? After spending thirteen years learning Irish in school, why do so few Irish people actually speak it? Ireland as Gaeilge tells the story of the Irish language in a popular and engaging way, combining historical and linguistic facts with a light tone. Written by a Russian linguist living in Ireland, it gives an outsider’s perspective on this most national of subjects. Ireland as Gaeilge: Explains the impact of Irish history on the fortunes of the Irish languageDiscusses the present state of the languageLooks at everyday manifestations of Irish in Irish societyExplores the linguistic peculiarities of Irish and how the English and Irish languages have influenced each otherExamines the role of Irish in the international arena Ireland as Gaeilge will appeal to tourists, especially those with Irish connections, long-term visitors/residents (international students and professionals) and Irish people who are less familiar with the Irish language and are willing to give it a second chance.


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