Cleveland Comhrá: Indiana Stones and The Limerick Lion
By Bob Carney For many centuries, testing the strength of men and even some women in Ireland, was done by picking up lifting stones. They varied in weight, with some […]
Cleveland Comhrá: Carmilla
Discover the roots of vampire fiction in Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu’s classic tale, “Carmilla.” Learn about the eerie storyline and its significance in the horror genre. Dive into the captivating world of Victorian vampire literature.
Cleveland Comhrá: The Dullahan
Delve into the eerie world of Irish folklore, where supernatural tales inspire classic horror stories. Discover headless riders known as Dullahan, banshees foretelling doom, and other spooky creatures that may have influenced iconic horror literature and movies. Explore the rich tapestry of Irish mythology, perfect for sharing with the next generation.
Cleveland Comhrá: Wolfhounds, Knees & Nurses
By Bob Carney Wolfhound Part OneIf you’re a regular reader of this column, you’re aware that Mary and I love animals. We share our home with three cats, our little […]
Cleveland Comhrá: Lord Dunsany
By Bob Carney “Logic, like whiskey, loses its beneficial effect when taken in too large quantities.” A simple observation from a man who spent a lifetime crafting tales of fantasy […]
Cleveland Comhrá: Highland Athlete, Doug Steiger
The Ohio Scottish Games and Celtic Festival will take place June 23 and 24 at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Competition is the essence of the event. Pipers, pipe bands, dancers, […]
Cleveland Comhrá: Aidan Scully & Hawkes Crystal
Cleveland Comhrá: Aidan Scully & Hawkes Crystal By Bob Carney Cleveland Comhrá: Aidan Scully and Hawkes Crystal By Bob Carney Most of us have some experience with a certain brand […]
Cleveland Conhrá: The Witches of Islandmagee
Cleveland Comhrá: The Witches of IslandmageeBy Bob Carney Most of us are familiar with America’s storied past when it comes to witchcraft. In early 1692 to mid 1693, over two-hundred people […]
Cleveland Comhrá: The Ascension of Mary Mulligan Movie
Cleveland Comhrá: The Ascenscion of Mary Mulligan By Bob Carney A few days after Christmas, I was invited to a private screening of a film adaptation of a play written […]
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