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The Lullaby You Forgot: Songs in a Half-Remembered Tongue | The Book & Beyond

In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound emotional landscape of writing songs in a half-remembered tongue. This narrative delves into the specific heartbreak and beauty found in the space between a known word and an unmakeable sound, focusing on the experience of reconnecting with ancestral languages through music. It is designed for listeners interested in creative writing, songwriting techniques, cultural identity, and the psychology of memory. If you have ever felt the ache of losing a language spoken by your parents or grandparents, this episode…

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