Bernard Share Books

Bernard Share delves into the nuances of the Irish language and its social history. His work is characterized by a profound understanding of Irish slang and colloquialisms, as evidenced by his extensive writing on the subject. Share's texts offer readers a unique window into Ireland's cultural heritage. His long-standing experience in literary criticism and editing informs his analytical approach.

Dublinese. Know What I Mean?
200 pages
7 hours of reading
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The English say Dubliners speak the best English. Filmmaker Jim Sheridan insists they don't, but that they speak the most entertaining English. Naming a piece of public sculpture or commenting on the hardness of life, Dubliner's have a flair for waxing lyrical. So, to fully appreciate them, one must learn Dublinese.

Dublinese. Know What I Mean?