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    Irish Wit and Wisdom: Quips and Quotes to Suit All Manner of Occasions

    By Summersdale Publishers Ltd

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    ‘Ireland is where strange tales begin and happy endings are possible.’

    Charles Haughey

    From classic favourites Oscar Wilde and W. B. Yeats to modern greats including Maeve Binchy and Spike Milligan, this delightful book of quips, quotes and insults celebrates the very essence of Ireland and ensures that the perfect Irish witticism will always be at your fingertips.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSummersdale Publishers Ltd
    Release dateJun 9, 2016
    ISBN9781783728381
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