The stories of Molly Malone in Dublin have gained international fame and the statue of Molly is the most photographed in Dublin.The song Sweet Molly Malone famously depicts the story of Molly Malone and many refer to this song as “the unofficial anthem of Dublin.” It has been adapted and performed by many artists over the years.
Is Molly Malone a fictional character?
There is no evidence that the song is based on a real woman in the 17th century or any other time. The name “Molly” originated as a familiar version of the names Mary and Margaret. Many such “Molly” Malones were born in Dublin over the centuries, but no evidence connects any of them to the events in the song.
From Wikipedia
What did Molly Malone do for a living?
The legend of Molly Malone tells that she was a fishmonger known to sell cockles and mussels through the streets of Dublin by day, and by night due to poverty she was forced to sell her beauty to strangers to make enough money to get by and survive.
How did Molly Malone die?
Molly was a fishwife who plied her trade on the streets of Dublin and died young, of a fever.
What year did Molly Malone die?
Molly Malone “died of the fever” on June 13, 1699, according to the Dublin Millennium Commission, and there’s a statue on Suffolk Street to prove it.
Why do people touch Molly Malone?
Seems that the Irish are superstitious and Molly Malone still lives in the imagination of people and people also believe that touching Molly Malone’s breast will attract good luck. So, you should touch Molly and then make sure to also go to kiss the Blarney stone, to get the gift of the gab.
Who wrote cockles and mussels?
As published in 1876, written and composed by JB Geoghegan Of all merry blades that ply merry trades, Or win the affections of pretty young maids; There is no one so trim or supple of limb As light-hearted, ruddy-faced mussel man. http://folksongandmusichall.com/index.php/cockles-and-mussels/
What is the Molly Malone statue nickname
Originally placed at the bottom of Grafton Street in Dublin, this statue is known colloquially as “The Tart with the Cart” or “The Trollop With The Scallop(s)”.
Also read: The story of Molly Malone
So, what do you think? Was Molly Malone a real person?
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