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The Traditional Irish Wedding

In this expanded, revised, and updated version, the author has added sections on Getting Married in Ireland and ideas for a vow renewal "with the sound and feel of Ireland." This edition also includes the origins of Irish Coffee; the truth about Aran Isle Sweaters and information about kilts. Available from many Irish and Celtic gifts shops or directly from North American Celtic Trade Association. To find a gift shop near you, please click Celtic Buyers.
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Irish Wedding Traditions
Using your Irish Heritage to Create the Perfect Wedding
by Shannon McMahon-Lichte.

Most people would hesitate to spoil it with notes and such. For that reason, we recommend it as a lovely shower gift or memento.
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Celtic Baby Names.

I have been looking for a baby name book that actually has pronuncations of the Celtic names for quite some time. I can not believe how many baby name books list names without pronunciations. I mean, how are you supposed to know?
Amazon Reviewer

Here is what they were looking for -
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Irish Love & Wedding Customs
by Kim McGuire.

A lovely little book that makes for a great shower gift.
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The Irish Wedding Book
by Kim McGuire

An excellent resource, but only if you're getting married in Ireland. While it's a comprehensive planner, it doesn't have much in the way of customs and traditions.
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Irish Marriage Customs
by Maria Buckley.

This isn't a planner in any sense of the word, but it's a must-have for those who are interested in the history behind Irish courtship and weddings. Fascinating reading.
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Wed, Sep 1, 2010

Hurling

This game, which is often described as "the clash of the ash" is the oldest team sport in Ireland. It's played by two teams of 15 players to a side. The girl's version of the game is called Camogie and there are 12 players to a side. One player acts as a goalkeeper while the others try to hit a small leather ball called a sliotar past the goalkeeper. The stick they use is made from the wood of the ash tree. It's shaped a bit like a hockey stick and is called a hurley or camán.
Even in ancient times, there were very strict rules about how the game should be played. Throwing the ball is not allowed; it must be lifted off the ground with the hurley or foot; and to strike an opponent was punished with severe penalties. In today's game, the player is sent off the field.
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Can't Find it?!

Our Library is compiled from what we know and like. If you can't find what you're looking for read on.
• First: go to Amazon -
There's no escaping the fact that they are the largest catalog.
Note: There are multiple Amazons and they do not carry exactly the same items. Any one of the U.S., U.K. and Canada sites may not have the item but another Amazon will. Each site will ship anywhere in the world. Try them all before you give up.
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• Second: Amazon doesn't have it? Try Powells. They are the largest book source in New York and they have a good selection of 'out of print' books. Click here for Powells.
This link brings you to a list of 600 Irish titles; if you're looking for something else, just Search.
• Third: Still can't find It? Alright, try ALibris they are the place for 'books you never thought you'd find'. We've found everything we were after. Click here for ALibris.
• Last: Nothing Worked?
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Celtic Bookmark

Elegant bookmark is made of silver over pewter. It measures 3" x 1". When in use, the pretty Celtic design sticks out of your book. Or choose Trinity Knot or Celtic Heart.

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