Faith and begorah, Ireland has changed since wee Frankie McCourt went looking for his da in the pubs each evening and toiled away at odd jobs for a crust of bread, don't you know? 'Tis true: the Irish Formerly Known as Shanty Poor now live in a country that boasts the second largest GNP in Europe. The Emerald Isle, one of three DVD titles in the Discoveries…Ireland series--a high-definition travelogue visiting places scattered throughout the verdant island's 32 counties north and south--opens with an informative look at Dublin (rich in history, culture, and drinking establishments) and its landmarks, such as Trinity College and Christ Church Cathedral. Other sights include a detailed overview of Ireland's impressive country-crossing waterway system (which predates the Panama Canal), currently back in vogue amongst locals and visitors; a visit to St. Patrick's Rock; a wonderful three-minute clip of genuine Irish dancing; a trip to an auction in Dungarvin; a day at the horse races, and much more. Narrated by Irish voice-over artist Arthur Riordan, and very nicely filmed by Jim and Kelly Watt, this absolutely gorgeous-looking DVD, and its companion volumes A Mystical Journey and A Celtic Treasure, are highly recommended and will be a boon to patrons starving for new travel programs. Aud: P. (R. Pitman)
Discoveries…Ireland: The Emerald Isle
(2001) 65 min. DVD: $29.95. Bennett-Watt HD Productions. PPR. Color cover. ISBN: 0-9719280-1-0. Volume 17, Issue 3
Discoveries…Ireland: The Emerald Isle
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