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 | From Megan Romer, your About Books & Literature Editor St. Patrick's Day is this Saturday, which means that millions of Irish-Americans (both actual and self-identified) will be indulging in all sorts of feasts and festivities honoring the Emerald Isle and her patron saint. On that note, we're having a look at literary Ireland this week. | |
'St. Patrick of Ireland' by Philip Freeman
Who was St. Patrick, anyway? Philip Freeman took an in-depth historical look at the man and the legend in this wonderful historical biography.
| 'Patrick, Patron Saint of Ireland' by Tomie dePaola
If you're looking for a biography of St. Patrick that's written for the younger set, this is the one you want. Tomie dePaola has a knack for a well-told story and a beautiful folk-art illustration style that brings the old tale to life.
| Frank McCourt Biography
Frank McCourt, who died just a few years ago, was a memoirist who set the tone for an entire generation of writers, and who brought a tremendous understanding of Irish life and culture to widespread audiences, often for the first time.
| William Butler Yeats Profile
And when it comes to Irish poetry (and it so often does), there are few on a level with William Butler Yeats, the romantic to beat all romantics. Learn more about his life and his poetry.
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