Ireland | FrogenYozurt.Com - Online Literature Magazine

Irish Songbook: Inishbofin Ceili Band – The Dear Little Isle

On December 29, 2011, in Articles, Irish Songbook, It's all about music..., Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

Usually known in Ireland as The Dear little Isle or There’s A Dear Little Isle, it is commonly referred to as My Own Dear Native Land. Presumably written abroad by an exile in the early to mid 20th Century, is now accepted as traditional.

Ireland: Inishbofin – The Island Of The White Cow

On December 29, 2011, in Articles, The Bleeding Hills, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

Inishbofin (derived from the Irish Inis Bó Finne meaning Island of the White Cow) is an island lying about 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) off the coast of Connemara, County Galway, Ireland.

A Sensitive Topic: The Lifes Of British Officers Robert Nairac and Julian “Tony” Ball

On December 20, 2011, in Nairac Investigation, Robert Nairac, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

I had been warned that my continued research on the person of British Captain Rober Nairac might cause criticism and threats, specifically from residents in the United Kingdom, and, as a matter of fact, I have already been through several rounds of such fruitless communications.

“Londonderry” Is Not Acceptable To The Irish Nationalist Community

On November 15, 2011, in Articles, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

The Londonderry Air’ is a tune very widely known in Ireland and mainland UK. It was used as the tune for the famous Irish song ‘Danny Boy’. I know that Danny Boy is widely known in the north-east of the USA because of the Scots Irish and general Irish immigration there but I do not know whether ‘The Londonderry Air’ is familiar there. It is now sometimes called ‘The Derry Air’ because ‘Londonderry’ is not acceptable to the nationalist community.

Secret Hero: The Life and Mysterious Death of Captain Robert Nairac by John Parker

On November 11, 2011, in Biographies & Memoirs, Book Reviews, History, Nairac Literature, Nonfiction, Robert Nairac, by Editor

The life and death of Captain Robert Nairac is one of the most compelling stories related to the Irish troubles, regardless of which side you’re on. That being said, it is a pity, that the author fails to live up to the vast potential of this particular topic, especially considering that he tried to glorify the memory of Captain Nairac – as the title implies.

Irish Songbook: Clannad – Irish Musical Group From County Donegal

On November 6, 2011, in Irish Songbook, It's all about music..., by Editor

Clannad are an Irish musical group, from Gaoth Dobhair, County Donegal. Their music has been variously described as bordering on folk and folk rock, Irish, Celtic and New Age, often incorporating elements of an even broader spectrum of smooth jazz and Gregorian chant.

Case Reopened: The Secret Life of British Captain Robert Nairac

On November 3, 2011, in Nairac Investigation, Robert Nairac, The Bleeding Hills, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

My conclusion that Robert Nairac was gay is still a theory, and I am far from trying to cast a blame of any sort; my mere intention was to find an understanding of what was described as irrational behavior, a behavior that eventually led to the slaying of Captain Robert Nairac, a British officer with a bright future.

How To Select A Good Irish Tea

On October 20, 2011, in All About Tea, Product News, Shop, by Editor

Tea drinkers looking for quality and a full-bodied taste, should start in Ireland. With the highest per capita consumption in the world, the Irish know how to make a good cup of tea.

Christine Falls: A Dublin Crime Novel by Benjamin Black

On September 4, 2011, in Book Reviews, Fiction, Mystery, Thrillers & Suspense, by Editor

In this expertly paced debut thriller from Irish author Black (the pseudonym of Booker Prize–winner John Banville), pathologist Garret Quirke uncovers a web of corruption in 1950s Dublin surrounding the death in childbirth of a young maid, Christine Falls.

In the Company of Others: A Father Tim Novel by Jan Karon

On August 25, 2011, in Book Reviews, Fiction, by Editor

Launched with a three-month stay on the New York Times hardcover bestseller list, In the Company of Others follows Father Tim Kavanagh-now retired from tending his flock-as he makes good on a promise to show his wife, Cynthia, the land of his Irish ancestors. In a charming fishing lodge in County Sligo, any hope for a peaceful sojourn is dashed by an intruder, a stolen painting, and a bitter family conflict dating back three generations. New and old fans alike will be riveted by this compelling tale of the desperate struggle to hide the truth at any cost and the powerful need to confess.

« Previous Entries Next Entries »

© Copyright FrogenYozurt.Com

FrogenYozurt.com may generate ad income and accept advertising/ads and links. Paid entries are marked as “Paid Articles.” Entries describing a product (book reviews, etc.) may contain descriptions provided by the manufacturer or other sources (Amazon.Com, etc.).

All entries marked as "Satire" may refer to actual persons or events, however, the content is of a satirical nature based on the writers' personal views and should not be taken seriously. All other entries reflect personal opinions on various topics.

All content on this website has been posted under the impression that they do not infringe any copyrights. However, if this site contains copyrighted material the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner, we believe this constitutes a ‘fair use’ of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. Should you suspect a copyright infringement or any other legal issues with posts on this website, please contact the editor through the contact form as indicated on the top navigation bar, and we will remove the post immediately. If you wish to use copyrighted material from this site for purposes of your own that go beyond ‘fair use’, you must obtain permission from the copyright owner.

Category Specific RSS

Movies, DVDs, Blu-ray

Children Literature

Young Adult Literature

by Tips and Tricks