Magpie Cottage: Summers in Ireland

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Summary: Charming account of life in Ireland
Review: Mary George's book is a delightful account of two (not so) innocents abroad -- two Americans from Tallahassee who buy and renovate a cottage in southern Ireland. The book is lovely bed-time reading, with short essays, poetry, and even some excellent recipes. Ms. George writes gracefully, with many piquant phrases and descriptions. One gets the flavor of the Irish south coast from her little book. Look elsewhere for tight narrative and drama, but come here for charm.