9781331232964 - Ireland Its Humour and Pathos (Classic Reprint): A Study: A Study (Classic Reprint) de Brown, J. Irwin (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is an illuminating study of Irish humor and pathos and explores why Ireland and Holland, though similar in certain aspects, are strikingly dissimilar in many others. The author contrasts the humor and pathos in Irish society and culture, drawing from a rich literary heritage and historical context, from ancient myths, folklore, and language to modern social and political commentary. The book explores how this distinct sensibility was developed, shaped by a tumultuous history of oppression and resistance, religious conflict, and economic hardship. Through a compelling narrative, the author analyzes how humor, often self-deprecating, and a deep sense of melancholy are inextricably intertwined in the Irish character. This book provides a unique and insightful look at the complexities of Irish life, offering a profound understanding of a people and their enduring spirit. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.