Ireland

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Irish Studies in Europe is a new series that aims to expand the scope of Irish Studies beyond literary analysis to encompass a wide range of cultural studies. It focuses on the island of Ireland, including both the Republic and Northern Ireland, as well as the Irish diaspora, exploring various aspects of society, history, culture, literature, the arts, and media. The series emphasizes a European perspective on Irish Studies, promoting "etic" approaches that provide a unique lens on native and local issues. This initiative aligns with the goals of The European Federation of Associations and Centres of Irish Studies (EFACIS), under which the series is published. The series includes diverse topics such as the contextual analysis of John Synge, collaborative voices in his work, the evolution of the contemporary first-person novel in Ireland, and narratives of violence in Jennifer Johnston's literature. It also addresses themes like the representation of women in Northern Ireland, historical perspectives on Ulster-Scots culture, and the visibility of the Irish in post-war Britain. Other contributions analyze media framing of sexual abuse and public representations of abortion referenda in Irish newspapers, reflecting on faith and responsibility in contemporary Ireland.