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Essential Norn Irish

Yer Man's A to Z Guide to Everyday Banter

By (author) Owen Kelly
Format: Hardback
Publisher: O'Brien Press Ltd, Dublin, Ireland
Published: 5th Sep 2016
Dimensions: w 107mm h 188mm d 14mm
Weight: 130g
ISBN-10: 1847178820
ISBN-13: 9781847178824
Barcode No: 9781847178824
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Synopsis
Are you left not having a baldy by what punters around you are saying? Does the way you hear English being spoke lack rime and raisin? If so, this is exactly the wee toady book you've been duking for. Self-proclaimed Norn Irish expert Owen Kelly has compiled the definitive basic introduction to local lingo, helping the reader to tell the difference between an 'Absolutely!' and a 'Wise'! So, whether you're a native or a visitor, and without Annie Furderadoo, overcome your diffs and join in the banter. Square crack! 'The authentic voice of Ulster - irreverent, independent, humorous and humane.' Northern Life

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a question of pronunciation rather than dialect, it raises a chuckle -- Books Ireland this little book opens his wonderful writing to a new generation. Get it. I'm just sane, like, you have no raisin not to -- The Argus An original mind with a refreshing line in humorous understanding. A fine crack of Flann O'Brien-ish lyrical fancy. * Times Educational Supplement * The authentic voice of Ulster - irreverent, independent, humorous and humane. * Northern Life *