Where do jack-o’-lanterns come from? Learn about their Irish origins in this deep dive
Category Archives: History
Book Review: Irelandopedia by Fatti and John Burke
Take an adventure around Ireland with this beautifully illustrated compendium of maps, facts, and knowledge.
WolfWalkers and Irish Mythology: The Lycanthropic Lore Behind the Oscar-Nominated Animated Feature
Werewolves are a staple of Irish folklore. Learn how a Kilkenny-based cartoon studio brought them to life in the gorgeous film WolfWalkers.
Did the Celts Really Reach the Americas Before the Vikings and Columbus? Debunking a Misguided Theory
Popular beliefs about the ancient Celts are plagued by pseudoarchaeology. It’s time to clear a few things up.
The 25 Most Beautiful Books of Irish Photography
Visit the land that inspired the myths from the comfort of your coffee table with this collection of Irish photography books
Double-Header Book Review: The Celtic Empire by Peter Berresford Ellis and Celtic Empire by Clive Cussler
Two books, both alike in title but definitely not in dignity. Journey to the historical and fictional Celtic Empires.
20 Questions With St. Patrick: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the ‘Apostle of Ireland’
Where does the man end and the myth begin? Uncover some lesser-known facts (and well-known fictions) about Saint Patrick