false http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1172297978m/162149.jpg 162149 4 Bestselling author Malachy McCourt recounts the story of Ireland's timeless symbol of loyalty, friendship, and love, a ring design of two clasped hands that is worn by millions worldwide. Following the success of his Running Press titles <I>Danny Boy</I> and <I>Voices of Ireland</I>, McCourt explores this beloved icon of Irish heritage through vivid anecdotes, charming folk tales, and recent documented incidents. Said to have been first crafted more than 400 years ago in a fishing village on Galway Bay, there is much more to the story of the Claddagh ring than simple popular history, and McCourt tracks it down and recounts it with his stellar storytelling finesse. 411879 2003 The Claddagh Ring: Ireland's Cherished Symbol Of Friendship, Loyalty And Love total:19|5:2|4:7|3:7|2:3| 19 65 49 7 3 0 false false Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Tue Jan 27 16:36:24 -0800 2009 Tue Jan 27 16:39:10 -0800 2009 more...]]> 2 0 false false Wed Mar 01 00:00:00 -0800 2006 Wed Jan 09 14:08:05 -0800 2008 Wed Jan 09 14:12:03 -0800 2008
Not a bad book, but pretty light on information or insight. Super quick read. You get the two basic legends of the claddagh whi...more...]]> 3 0 false false Tue Jul 15 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Tue Jul 15 11:34:17 -0700 2008 Tue Jul 15 11:39:11 -0700 2008
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