David A. Wilson
Ireland, a Bicycle, and a Tin Whistle
Travel through North Ireland with David A. Wilson as he explores the tragedy and comedy of everyday life.
Like
Listen later
Finished
Notes
Add to collection
Summary
As he travels through the North, Wilson gets beneath the political surface to portray both the tragedy and comedy of everyday life in the Protestant and Catholic communities. Aware of the polarized image that each side has of the other, he emphasizes the importance of finding common ground and of asserting the middle against the extremes. Just as traditional Irish music is characterized by ornamentations and elaborations on a melodic theme, Ireland, a Bicycle, and a Tin Whistle is full of variations and wanderings on the theme of the trip itself. And just as traditional Irish musicians will follow a sad slow air with a lively foot-tapping reel, Wilson's mood ranges from the nostalgic and reflective to the irreverent and mischievous. If there is a lament in one ear, there is a song in the other.
Release date
15.04.2023
Imprint
Series
-
Keywords
Locations
Characters
Listen on
From the same publisher
Show publisher
Jacalyn Duffin
Hugh MacLennan
Dan Yashinsky
Hugh MacLennan
From the same authors
Reviews
No reviews yet
Start by writing your own review.