Focail na mBan by Manchán Magan

Focail na mBan by Manchán MaganFocail na mBan is a gathering of Irish words for vaginas, vulvas, clitorises and periods with illustrations from 29 artists. It is meant as a catalyst for those willing to seek out further terms and insights from older lore keepers in the Gaeltacht. In no way is it a comprehensive collection of such words, but rather a humble first step; a gesture of encouragement for others who may wish to dive deeper into this rich realm of linguistic insight. It is

electric and magnetic fields

Every so often

They are bogarted

fertilizing the wild plants we rely on

the River Shannon is a goddess

Choosing a partner is one of the most consequential and tricky decisions we will ever make

at a time when 'certain patriarchal values are making a comeback'

disturbing

both families must confront the unravelling of long-held secrets

of wildness

part-manifesto

unexpected beauty in the wilderness