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Exploring English 1

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Gateway to Irish literature for English students.

Exploring English 1 could be a good read for someone who is interested in Irish literature, or for someone who wants to understand more about the history and evolution of English language teaching. This anthology of short stories introduces the work of some of Ireland's most famous writers, and has been cherished by generations of Irish students. Reading this book could be a nostalgic trip down memory lane for some, while for others it is an excellent way to familiarize themselves with the works of Irish writers in the English language.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Exploring English 1

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ISBN: 9780717150410
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $30.29
Publisher: Gill
Date of Publication: 2011-08-26
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature, Classics
Goodreads rating: 4.56
(rated by 32 readers)

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Difficult as it may be in understand today, the Exploring English anthology of short stories was revolutionary when first published forty four years ago in 1967. For the first time the short story was to be taught as part of the English syllabus for the Intermediate Certificate. For the first time students of English were introduced to the work of Irish writers such as Liam O'Flaherty, Frank O'Connor, Sean O Faolain, Mary Lavin, Brian Friel and Benedict Kiely.




Exploring English has resonated with countless thousands of Irish students. For many it provided a gateway to a life time of reading and enjoyment of literature. For even more it was an icon of their school days with its unmistakeable angular cover design. It is still a cherished possession in many households, taken out occasionally and nostalgically to read a story or two and perhaps even the accompanying notes which were so enlightening for some yet challenging for others.




The Exploring English short story anthology is now being republished in an exact facsimile of the original. Times have moved on; many authors who were alive forty years ago are no longer with us but their biographical notes have not been changed. This is the book precisely as you will have remembered it. Read once more, and enjoy!


Author: Augustine Martin
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 376
Publisher: Gill
Publication Date: 26 Aug 2011
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Gateway to Irish literature for English students.

Exploring English 1 could be a good read for someone who is interested in Irish literature, or for someone who wants to understand more about the history and evolution of English language teaching. This anthology of short stories introduces the work of some of Ireland's most famous writers, and has been cherished by generations of Irish students. Reading this book could be a nostalgic trip down memory lane for some, while for others it is an excellent way to familiarize themselves with the works of Irish writers in the English language.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.