A look at how the influence of religion and politics has affected Irish cinema.

Jul 8, 2011 - Justin Holbeche

Little to sing, dance or smile about as world and home-grown economic problems continue to impact Eire, but all is not lost. There's some optimism around.

Sep 4, 2011 - David Porter

Lonely Planet's new pocket guide to Irish language & culture is an essential read for anyone looking to learn more about life, language and history in the Emerald Isle

Mar 21, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Being Irish-American has changed drastically over the centuries. What used to be a sign of poverty and disgrace is now an honored and much loved heritage.

Oct 13, 2011 - Katie Mitchell

Following are profiles of six Irish Gays and Lesbians who have international recognition for their accomplishments.

Feb 28, 2009 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Labour Party veteran Michael D. Higgins is Ireland's new president following his election victory on October 27.

Nov 2, 2011 - Marcus Bennett

Many Irish writers and political leaders during Ireland's struggle for independence have expressed an indebtedness to the poetry of Walt Whitman (1819-1892)

Aug 1, 2011 - Richard Fleck

A review of first-time director Mark O'Connor's gritty, inner-city Dublin-based drama 'Between The Canals'

Mar 23, 2011 - Tom Crowley

Even as the number of Irish Gaelic speakers in each Gaeltacht diminished, a group of Irish poets in Cork in the 1970s was beginning to write modern Irish language poetry.

Apr 20, 2009 - Sarah Scott

Discussing the ways in which Aidan Clarke and Nicholas Canny interpret the events of seventeenth century Ireland, including their similarities and differences.

Sep 18, 2008 - Christie Schneck

Continuing my essay on Irish cinema

Jul 8, 2011 - Justin Holbeche

The 1840's brought a major influx of immigration from two groups of Europeans; the Irish and the Germans.

Dec 12, 2010 - Maddison Newburg

Say "Jonathan Swift" and many immediately think of Gulliver's Travels, his great satire. He was also, however, a distinguished clergyman.

Feb 25, 2010 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

During Ireland's struggle for independence from Britain and for its national identity, several Irish writers turned to the essays of Emerson for inspiration

Aug 4, 2011 - Richard Fleck

A new book by David Griffiths on Viking battles, hunting and trade in the Irish Sea, through historical and archaeological evidence.

May 4, 2010 - Rachel Bellerby

Biography of Brendan Behan, Irish playwright, novelist and journalist, best known for The Hostage and Borstal Boy, and his heavy drinking.

Apr 11, 2010 - Tel Asiado