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The Newfoundland Tongue

by Nellie P. Strowbridge
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You think you've heard everything about Newfoundland and Labrador, but . . . Have you had a meal of padre? Have you ever seen a shalandi? Have you heard of basket soup? Would you find the term dry dough offensive? You've tried figgy duff, but have you eaten cod sounds? Work your tongue through conversational one-liners and much more! This book is a tribute to Newfoundland's unique culture and way of life. It explores the province's history and folklore, placing a particular emphasis on traditional language, speech, expressions, and dialect. Read, and experience Newfoundland's Old English and Irish roots as they come to the fore!

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Publisher: Flanker Press

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  • ISBN: 9781897317587
  • Release date: April 15, 2008

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  • ISBN: 9781897317587
  • File size: 2474 KB
  • Release date: February 21, 2012

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History Nonfiction

Languages

English

You think you've heard everything about Newfoundland and Labrador, but . . . Have you had a meal of padre? Have you ever seen a shalandi? Have you heard of basket soup? Would you find the term dry dough offensive? You've tried figgy duff, but have you eaten cod sounds? Work your tongue through conversational one-liners and much more! This book is a tribute to Newfoundland's unique culture and way of life. It explores the province's history and folklore, placing a particular emphasis on traditional language, speech, expressions, and dialect. Read, and experience Newfoundland's Old English and Irish roots as they come to the fore!

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History Nonfiction
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