num_pages: 64
description: The dead are always with us. Banshees witches haunted castles and much more from the 'world beyond' form part of the everyday existence for some in Ireland in the 21st century. Tales of hauntings of many of the best known dwellings both urban and rural of the Irish landscape are still told on dark evenings by cosy firesides. For some evidence of a further existence after the present one is reassuring. For others however paranormal experiences bring little relief and indeed may induce an occasional sleepless night but at least provide a thrill. It has yet to be satisfactorily explained why Ireland should have such a rich history of tales from beyond the grave. One possible explanation may involve the long tradition of storytelling for which the natives are renowned and the enjoyment from telling and hearing a good ghost story. Whatever one's reason for perusing the topic few books currently available will give a more comprehensive retelling of the best of these stories.
language: English
title: Haunted Ireland - Haunting Tales from an Ancient Land
publisher:  Real Ireland