Many immigrants leave their home countries and by the 3rd generation completely assimilate. Why is the Irish culture so pervasive and pure after generations? It does not seem to matter where they live, the culture remains.

Many immigrants leave their home countries and by the 3rd generation completely assimilate. Why is the Irish culture so pervasive and pure after generations? It does not seem to matter where they live, the culture remains. I think it is the fact that the Irish...

The Irish have historically suffered famine, war, and prejudice. A piece of silver is made more valuable because of the nicks and scrapes called patina. What beautifully unique attributes have centuries of struggle given to the Irish as a people? What makes them unique, strong, powerful? What binds them together?

The Irish have historically suffered famine, war, and prejudice. A piece of silver is made more valuable because of the nicks and scrapes called patina. What beautifully unique attributes have centuries of struggle given to the Irish as a people? What makes them...

Irish myths and legends are full of stories of hidden treasure. Were you influenced by them as you wrote your story and included treasure hunts? How did you integrate this into an already complex story?

Irish myths and legends are full of stories of hidden treasure. Were you influenced by them as you wrote your story and included treasure hunts? How did you integrate this into an already complex story? The story is centered around the clans searching for their family...