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Before the 1970s flipped the switch to colour, Irish children ere raised in a world of black, white and an awful lot of grey. But kids, being kids,...

In todays economy, where one-job careers are increasingly a thing of the past, workplace benefits are increasingly hard to come by, and the achieve...

You know your one Nikita? Youve seen her around town: always within 100 metres of Penneys (where she likes to spend her eurdos), her hair done up i...

Life can be demanding enough without us causing ourselves greater upset because we dont feel happy. Instead, lets welcome all our feelings of distr...

With her second book comedienne and illustrator Aoife Dooley is on a mission. There''s been a growing epidemic of poxes and buzz-wreckers everywher...

M       is for Maternal, Meticulous, and Making the best of it  O       is for On the other hand, scrap that, I thought this would be more fun ...

When their family loses their home, a little girl and her younger brother are left with nowhere to stay for Christmas. As they move from place to p...

Taking us on an incredible journey across centuries and galaxies, accompanied by his characteristic wit, Professor Luke ONeill explains how it all ...

The beating heart of Dublin laid bare in over 100 remarkable stories and photographs. A little over two years ago, Peter Varga began a photo proj...

Aisling Creegans childhood was dominated by an abusive, alcoholic mother, who tortured her at every turn. From insults through beatings and being t...

My husband was an erudite gentleman; an avid reader from childhood, his breadth of knowledge was extensive. He was also charming, vivacious and mis...

CURRENT:  Up-to-date case studies and topics including:   Cyber-bullying  Climate change Human Rights and Childrens Rights The Ombudsman for...

While much of the US media and the professional political classes whip themselves into a frenzy as to how President Trump got into office and how h...

Despite the famously uncooperative Irish weather, John Hindes postcards of Ireland featured bright sunshine and blue skies, a country seemingly peo...

The room is a space for the mind, and a metaphor for the mind at the same time. Most of us will never find ourselves on a psychiatrists couch and y...

For over fifty years, Kevin C. Kearns trekked the rough-and-tumble streets of the heart of Dublin, hoping to record and preserve the citys vanishin...

A psychiatrists travels through the history of mental illness Who is mad? Who is not? And who decides? In this fascinating new exploration of men...

No goggles or glacier glasses, no hi-tech axes or day-glo Gore-Tex adorned Alpinists of the mid-nineteenth century. From the 1850s to the early twe...

'I think I bought a house', I said, still slightly stunned. I've spent longer choosing a tie. First, a dream of escaping the city ... and then a c...

Pat Spillane is one of the best-known sportspeople in Ireland. Selected for the GAAs Team of the Millennium and winner of eight All-Ireland senior ...

Throughout Ireland, we can see the often-derelict remains of our industrial past: distilleries, mills, railways, canals, etc. Ireland was the locat...

A concise overview of contemporary Irish Industrial Relations, reflecting the changed economic, legislative, social and political environments in I...

Over 11,000 species of insects occur in Ireland but most are very small and escape notice. Identifying them accurately can be difficult or impossib...

Island light is magical. And none more so than Ireland's. Ireland's light floods the landscape, luring the senses with a restless presence. The wat...

Ireland is a collection of 300 contemporary images of the beauties of Ireland, covering every one of the 32 counties.  The photographs are taken by...

Ireland is a collection of 300 contemporary images of the beauties of Ireland, covering every one of the 32 counties.  The photographs are taken by...

Ireland is a collection of 300 contemporary images of the beauties of Ireland, covering every one of the 32 counties.  The photographs are taken by...

For over 30 years, renowned author and historian Kevin C. Kearns has been recording and publishing the valuable memories and recollections of Dubli...

Adventure is closer than you think. Irelands wild scenery and dramatic landscapes call out for exploration, and this inspirational guide will open...

From medieval Carlingford in Louth to Blarney Castle in Cork, discover the top 100 places to visit in Irelands Ancient East. Wander through time at...

On 19 January 1947 Ireland was invaded by a freakish anticyclonic weather phenomenon that lasted for two months. The arctic siege brought freezing ...

In a country richly endowed with wild mountain ranges, secluded valleys and untamed coastlines, the best natural landscapes can only be explored on...

Birds have been important symbols in our art and culture for thousands of years. They have inspired poets and painters, and feature in many place n...

Birds have been important symbols in our art and culture for thousands of years. They have inspired poets and painters, and feature in many place n...

Whether a leisurely rambler or a serious hill walker, theres a good chance youve visited or plan to visit at least one of Irelands County High Poin...

An essential companion for bird lovers and gardeners alike since it was first published, this highly successful guide to identifying garden birds h...

Irelands seashores are famous for their spectacular beauty, ranging from exposed rocky headlands that receive the full power of the Atlantic to enc...

Irelands Secret War is a thrilling account of the true extent of IrishAllied co-operation during World War II. It reveals strategic Nazi intentions...

Niall Mac Coitir brings to life the myths, legends and folklore associated with native Irish trees, much of which persists to this day. Two main th...

Boasting ancient tombs, atmospheric castles and sacred retreats, the Wild Atlantic Way is alive with treasures to explore. Beginning in Kinsale, N...

The Wild Atlantic Way follows the magnificent west coast of Ireland, passing golden beaches, thrusting headlands and soaring sea cliffs. Renowned w...