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Myths and Lies of the Irish Revolution by Colum Kenny: A brave and intriguing book
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Three new books by Irish writers: Unusual bildungsroman reflects the author’s deep love of landscape and nature
Bernie McGill: ‘I got through an English degree at Queen’s without encountering a single Irish female writer’
Derek Mahon: A True Note – an anniversary appreciation by John Banville
Vaim by Jon Fosse: Nobel-winning author shows his playful side
Aftermath by Bláthnaid Raleigh: Chilling account of the impact of a violent rape
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Micheál Martin on David McCullagh’s new book: An excellent read exploring ultimate fate of Anglo-Irish Treaty
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Anne Enright: ‘I’m in a lull. I’m trying to recalibrate after a long decade of elder care’
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