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(0)Bill Barich
Author
Pub. Date
2009.
Edition
First U.S. edition.
Language
English
Description
After meeting an Irishwoman in London and moving to Dublin, Bill Barich-a "blow-in," or stranger, in Irish parlance-found himself looking for a traditional Irish pub to be his local. There are nearly 12,000 pubs in Ireland, so he appeared to have plenty of choices. He wanted a pub like the one in John Ford's classic movie, The Quiet Man, offering talk and drink with no distractions, but such pubs are now scare as publicans increasingly rely on flat-screen...
Author
Pub. Date
2006.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
The author describes how a new life in Dublin led to his involvement with the Irish obsession with horses, racing, and wagers and recounts his encounters with trainers, jockeys, bookies, and a populace fascinated by the world of horse racing.
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