Ireland

A Novel

De: Frank Delaney

Narrado por: Frank Delaney

“Dramatic, adventurous, heroic, romantic. . . these historical chronicles, legends, myths, tall tales and fables, featuring warriors, kings, monks, explorers and clever common folk, imaginatively tell the history of Ireland.” — Philadelphia Inquirer

This New York Times bestselling epic is an unforgettable tour de force that marries the intimate, passionate texture of the Irish spirit with a historical scope that is sweeping and resplendent. Storyteller extraordinaire Frank Delaney takes his readers on a journey through the history of Ireland, stopping along the way to evoke the dramatic events and personalities so critical to shaping the Irish experience.

In the winter of 1951, a storyteller, the last practitioner of an honored, centuries-old tradition, arrives at the home of nine-year-old Ronan O'Mara in the Irish countryside. For three wonderful evenings, the old gentleman enthralls his assembled local audience with narratives of foolish kings, fabled saints, and Ireland's enduring accomplishments before moving on. But these nights change young Ronan forever, setting him on a years-long pursuit of the elusive, itinerant storyteller and the glorious tales that are no less than the saga of his tenacious and extraordinary isle.

Still my favorite after hundreds of listens

After over 200 titles from Audible this is still my favorite, and the only book I have listened to twice. Frank Delaney's charm and grace as both writer and narrator makes every inflection a true joy. I have gotten every one of his books that have shown up here and has been pleased with each one. And that includes the one about the shipwreck that I thought I'd be bored to death with!

Love this guy's work!

Ireland

This was a wonderful, warm account of the story-tellers part in the preservation of history. Everyone has a story to tell. Those stories of individuals passed down from one generation to another are the heart and soul of history. Ireland makes this concept come to life, narrated in the "story-teller's" buttery Irish accent of the author.

Entrancing

Mr. Delaney told the best of a storytellers tale! Beautifully, lovingly. Now, off to Shannon! Come along!

A tapestry

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have recommended this book to my son, a musician, an artist, a troubadour. The wonder and art of oral performance is beautifully and adroitly shown in this story.

What other book might you compare Ireland to and why?

The books of Tolkien, Lewis and L'Engle. Imagination and imagery.

Which character – as performed by Frank Delaney – was your favorite?

The old man

Who was the most memorable character of Ireland and why?

The architect.

Any additional comments?

Anyone wishing to imbibe the essence of Ireland and the Irish will go away from this book with an appetite both satisfied and desirous of more.

Rewarding pre travel book

I listened in the way to Ireland and it really got me in the right frame of mind to relax and truly enjoy what Ireland is all about.