Each time I reread “The Dead,” a myriad of new meanings and interpretations stick with me as if I have … More
Author: Taryn Slattery
A Moment of Introspection
I finished reading “The Dead” four days ago, and the concluding passage has not left my mind since: “Generous tears … More
Tension in the Literary Hemisphere
Through reading Yeats’ poems alone, it is evident that his work was essential within the Revivalist movement. Yeats’ ability to … More
The Many Faces of Abbey Theatre
After exploring the Abbey Theatre as it’s represented in various formats, the importance of space and how it is represented … More
Dracula and The Irish Literary Revival
Brown’s “Cultural Nationalism” traces the forces that shaped Ireland’s cultural and literary atmospheres during the late 19th and early 20th … More
Digging Deeper Into Irish Nationalism
This week, I explored St. Stephen’s Green and Merrion Square. As I entered the virtual tour, I appreciated the quaint, … More
The Wicklow Mountains: On Top of the World
In my virtual reality tour, I explored the Wicklow Mountains. I was immediately captivated by the vastness of the landscape, … More