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Danny Boy: The Beloved Irish Ballad
Danny Boy The Beloved Irish Ballad
Author: Malachy McCourt
In this delightful volume, Malachy McCourt takes readers on a surprising and emotional journey, centered around one of the most enduring songs in history. Exploring the mysteries of 'Danny Boy,' a song with roots in distant centuries, this tribute features commentary from such luminaries as Seamus Heaney, Liam Neeson, and the author'...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780762411245
ISBN-10: 0762411244
Publication Date: 12/2001
Pages: 160
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Publisher: Running Press Book Publishers
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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This is a quickly read, interesting and thorough exploration of the origins of the words and music of "Danny Boy". A sprinkling of Irish history is mixed in as well as details about the song and it's performances. There is an occasional editorial glitch, but not enough to detract from the content.


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