by Kate | Jul 29, 2024 | People
Beyond the Wit and Tragedy About Oscar Wilde His a name synonymous for his sharp wit, flamboyant style, and literary genius. Here in Ireland and across the world he continues to captivate readers over a century after his death. Many are familiar with his celebrated...
by Kate | Jul 23, 2024 | People
Dracula: The Irish Origins of a Literary Legend I had no idea that Dracula was Irish. When most people think of Dracula, they envision the infamous vampire residing in a Transylvanian castle, popularized by countless films, books, and TV shows. However, what many may...
by Kate | May 6, 2024 | Inspirational, People
The quotes by; Johnathan Swift~You can’t make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear was said by my granny many times throughout my life and it stuck with me. This wonderful quote from Ireland’s Johnathan Swift was responsible for my interest in his works....
by Kate | Apr 17, 2024 | People
“A fool is someone who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing”. Oscar Wilde My Granny’s wisdom was profound and gold in my life. I remember hearing my granny saying many words over the years when alive this one included; “A...
by Kate | Mar 13, 2024 | People
Earliest Irish philosophers Aonghus Óg Aonghus Óg is a figure from Irish mythology and is associated with love and youth. Specific quotes that are attributed to him may not exist, but statements inspired by their themes endure as follows; “In the heart of every...
by Kate | Mar 12, 2024 | People
Old Irish Bard Bards of Ireland ~ Our guardians of Culture and Heritage No matter where you go in Ireland, you will find a Bard in Ireland. These revered figures, steeped in myth and legend, played a crucial role in shaping the cultural identity of the Emerald Isle....