Welcome to the Ireland section. Here you will find detailed information about Irish history, culture, mythology, writers and music. It also provides you with Irish recipes, examples of the Irish language and the latest jobs on offer in Ireland.

At the turn of the century and before, Irish country folk had few choices when it came to providing themselves with not only the luxuries, but also the essentials of life. Those who could afford to, visited a local craftsman who specialised in making what they needed; those who were skilful with their hands made it themselves; those with no money or talent simply went without, or waited until someone took pity on them and passed on a much-used item for them to use.

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