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Tom Crean was the indestructible farmer's son from Kerry who sailed on three major expeditions to the unknown Antarctic over a century ago. He was among the few men who served with both Captain Robert Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton. He spent longer

'Out on the Western edge of Europe, a first glance at the map makes Ireland seem a small and isolated place. However, many peoples have by turns established themselves on this remote island, creating an historical dynamic whose dispersed voices are n

A bumper collection of Ireland's favourite legends for children. Included are: The Children of Lir, The Brown Bull of Cooley, Deirdre of the Sorrows, The Salmon of Knowledge and a host of other legends of Oisin, Setanta, Fionn and the heroes of Iris

Aged 69, Peter Murtagh decided it was time to embark on 'the great retirement project' - riding a motorbike from Tierra del Fuego, at the very southern tip of South America, to the most northerly point in Alaska, alone and without the pressure of any

Laura de Barra, queen of the home hack, is here to help you shop for, care for and repair your clothes. New or vintage, online or high street - Laura has the tips that will ensure you buy right to begin with and maintain well for longevity.

Johnny Sexton dreamed of becoming a rugby legend from the moment he was born. But someone was standing in his way. The Irish team already had a star fly-half in Ronan O'Gara and he wasn't ready to give up his place. So began one of th

A mini edition of this delightful collection of traditional Irish legends including much-loved favourites such as 'Oisin', 'The Brown Bull of Cooley' and 'The Giant from Scotland'. Six beautifully illustrated legends, simply retold for children of al

Pigin returns for a perfect Christmas day out in Dublin. Pigin and Badger meet in town for a spot of Christmas shopping. What follows is the most wonderful day in Dublin. First, they hear the Old Belvedere boys' choir singing to raise m