With their keen humor, poetic eloquence, and gift of gab, the Irish have long been renowned for their way with words. This utterly beguiling collection of wisdom from the Emerald Isle celebrates the unique Irish perspective on life, with all its challenges, triumphs, and tragedy. The unforgettable quotations come from such extraordinary figures as Swift, Wilde, Joyce, Eamon de Valera, Edna O'Brien, and Bono.