<p>The Irirsh have blessings, toasts and curses for every occasion; hearing the news of a death or marriage,consoling neighbours in sorrow or sharing their joy, looking for a husband or wife, going off to work, saving turf or having a drink at the end of the day. Irish Bleaasing, Toasts and Curses collects the very best of all three to produce this charming, nostalgic volume.</p>