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Without a doubt this year has been extremely challenging. 2020 has thrown a number of obstacles our way with the Coronavirus, a worldwide pandemic and what seemed like a constant stream of bad news being broadcast to us nearly every…
Ireland brings us an incredible amount of things to experience: from the countryside’s picturesque landscapes to the wonders of its many monuments, and the great number of historical places to visit. That and the country’s literary tradition combined, make it…
Ireland, despite its small size, is home to scores of world-renowned Irish authors, both classic and contemporary. The Emerald Isle has such a rich, turbulent, and unforgettable history, recorded extensively in its literary canon, that it seems nearly impossible to…
The 44th American President’s latest memoir A promised Land, just hit the stands and has sold more than 1.7 million copies within its first week, smashing all kinds of records left, right and centre much like its author, but what…
Both the life and literature of Samuel Beckett is fascinating. He is one of the most beloved writers in the Irish literary scene. He had such a profound influence, not only on Irish literature, but literature from around the world,…
Books have a way of making people feel safe no matter what’s happening. There is something about wrapping yourself up in a cozy blanket, grabbing a cup of your favourite hot beverage, and getting lost in a great story. Especially…
What makes Oscar Wilde an Irish referent? Throughout the 18th century, Dublin underwent economic development that destroyed its stifling medieval walls and built modern bridges in their place. Due to the Ascendancy, the city was divided between those who made…
Finally, our list of books that are better than their movie and TV counterparts most of the time. Generally, you can’t beat the original version of the story, and what it took to create such a story must be appreciated.…
It is a difficult choice but, what are the best poems set in Ireland? Years ago I heard that the Emerald Isle was known as the “land with the best writers per square meter”. And, the truth is, there is…