Cultural Traditions Dictionary
Law, Gary / O'Neill, Tony
Rosaries and rugby, sashes and sessions, the Battle of the Boyne and the hound of Ulster -- these are some of the many symbols associated with the religious and political cultures in Northern Ireland. Deeply rooted in history, the symbols are often used to reinforce and distinguish community identity.This extensively illustrated new dictionary provides over 200 lively and informative definitions of the key symbols and expressions particularly ...