Éamon Kelly Book order

Éamon Kelly's collection showcases his storytelling prowess through tales that capture the essence of Kerry's culture and history. The stories delve into themes of emigration, traditional social practices, and the dynamics of relationships, blending humor and sadness. They reflect the resilience and warmth of a community steeped in hospitality and rich traditions, while also celebrating the enchanting lore of figures like the Gobán Saor. This compilation offers a heartfelt glimpse into the lives and experiences of a vibrant people.

In this collection, Eamon Kelly's finest stories are collected for the first time: stories of the real Kerry and the magical past of the Goban Saor, the heartbreak of emigration, the stations, the priests, the courting and dancing, the war between the sexes. Kelly mines a rich seam of humour and sadness out of the resilience of a people rich in hospitality and generosity, imagination, culture and tradition.