The Newfoundland Tongue

Nonfiction, History, Americas, Canada
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Author: Nellie P. Strowbridge ISBN: 9781897317587
Publisher: Flanker Press Publication: April 15, 2008
Imprint: Flanker Press Language: English
Author: Nellie P. Strowbridge
ISBN: 9781897317587
Publisher: Flanker Press
Publication: April 15, 2008
Imprint: Flanker Press
Language: 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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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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