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The Irish

The Irish people as a collective discussed in national character analysis.

minor

Also known as Irish

First appearance: xiii celts and celtophiles

The Irish shows up with force in III: On Mr. Rudyard Kipling and Making the World Small. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Cited as a truly patriotic people, contrasted with Kipling's irritation toward them.
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TEThe English Co…UNUnknown NarratorCECeltsMBMr. Bernard ShawMWMr. W. B. YeatsTIThe Irish

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  • Protagonist
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  • Closing

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