Poet Madman Scoundrel

Download or read book Poet Madman Scoundrel written by David Slattery and published by Orpen Press. This book was released on 2012-10-15 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following on from the bestselling success of How to Be Irish, David Slattery has penned Poet, Madman, Scoundrel: 189 Unusual Irish Lives, another witty and insightful book about the Irish, this time looking at the famous, infamous and not-so-famous (but very interesting) characters in Irish history. Taking history on his own terms, but with rigorous research, David brings together a collection of characters from across the centuries, including magicians, soldiers, sailors, scientists, writers, highwaymen, saints, actors, sportspeople and rebels. Every character earns his/her place in this surprising and amusing book that gives a fresh take on classroom Irish history. The result is a humorous and intriguing romp through the centuries.