Daily Archives: October 24, 2020

That Ah-Ha Moment

One of the interesting aspects, at least as far as personal conversations went during the recent Feast of Tabernacles, was how quite a few of the people I was chatting with were still drawing lessons and insights ten years later … Continue reading

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Book Review: A Traveller’s History Of Ireland

A Traveller’s History Of Ireland, by Peter Neville It has always puzzled me about the blind spots that exist in books about Ireland. I am a great fan of C.S. Lewis, and have appreciated his literature since I was young, … Continue reading

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Book Review: O’Brien Pocket History Of Ireland

O’Brien Pocket History Of Ireland, by Breandan O hEithir When you are writing a small book about Irish history or any other subject, it makes sense to ponder the extent to which one’s coverage is going to be biased by … Continue reading

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Book Review: Malachy McCourt’s History Of Ireland

Malachy McCourt’s History Of Ireland, by Malachy McCourt Ultimately, this book is hindered by the fact that it is not really a historical work so much as it is someone’s thoughts and stories told in a generally but not necessarily … Continue reading

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