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Foster's Historical Irish Oddities: A Compendium of Extraordinary But True Tales
Strange, zany and at times downright baffling, Foster s Historical Irish Oddities is a quirky compendium of true stories from all over Ireland. It is essential reading for anyone who loves to entertain friends and family with a good yarn or who needs further proof that Ireland is indeed a country with a unique cast of characters.
From the Lismore man who rode to Fermoy in a tub pulled by a pig, a badger, two cats, a goose and a hedgehog to the tornado that ripped through Limerick in 1851, Foster s stories may not be found in the history books but they certainly provide an entertaining and addictive read!
From the Lismore man who rode to Fermoy in a tub pulled by a pig, a badger, two cats, a goose and a hedgehog to the tornado that ripped through Limerick in 1851, Foster s stories may not be found in the history books but they certainly provide an entertaining and addictive read!
233 pages, Hardcover
First published October 9, 2015
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August 11, 2021
This book was full of short weird stories that either took place in Ireland or involved Irish people – sometimes very loosely. Some of the stories were short, ranging only a paragraph, while others took up a few pages, but they were interesting. Most were really funny, and I laughed out loud during a handful. If you’re looking for something to read in short breaks, this is a really good choice!
November 19, 2020
Great little book or very short snippets of Irish history and humor.
February 2, 2021
Fascinating, Historical, Entertaining.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it gives you a taste for the history that you aren't taught in school. I found the stories interesting and amusing which made the book very quick and easy to read. This is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys history or likes to read about quirky stories about Ireland or Irish people abroad. The only thing I would have preferred is that some of the references would be included to show where the true was based on or came from. Overall it was a very entertaining and fun read. You really got to experience what life was like in Ireland or abroad for Irish people at the time each story was written.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it gives you a taste for the history that you aren't taught in school. I found the stories interesting and amusing which made the book very quick and easy to read. This is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys history or likes to read about quirky stories about Ireland or Irish people abroad. The only thing I would have preferred is that some of the references would be included to show where the true was based on or came from. Overall it was a very entertaining and fun read. You really got to experience what life was like in Ireland or abroad for Irish people at the time each story was written.
March 31, 2016
Anecdotal and humorous.
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