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By Beach and Bog-Land
Hardcover
General FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025241494
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Dec 12 2025
Pages: 262
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Jane Barlow's By beach and bog-land presents a captivating collection of Irish stories, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the heart of rural Ireland. This volume, subtitled Some Irish stories, brings together narratives steeped in the unique landscapes and rich traditions of the Emerald Isle.
Journey through a world shaped by both the rugged coastline and the mysterious bog-land, where the rhythms of nature dictate daily life. Barlow masterfully portrays the lives of ordinary people, focusing particularly on the experiences of the Irish peasantry. These short stories are a testament to the resilience, humor, and spirit found within these communities, capturing their customs, struggles, and simple joys with a keen observational eye. As a significant voice in Irish fiction, Jane Barlow illuminates the enduring character of a people deeply connected to their land. By beach and bog-land is an essential collection for anyone seeking to explore the authentic texture of Ireland through its folklore and the timeless tales of its inhabitants. Discover a world vividly imagined and beautifully rendered, reflecting the profound and often poignant narratives that define a nation.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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