In turbulent times it is necessary to remember that hope is the greatest virtue

Covid-19 injects extra anticipation into Advent as we prepare for Christmas

Cars, bikes and motorcycles at Victor Mee; silver and figurines in Adam’s At Home sale

Los Angeles Chargers' celebrated quarterback has yet to play in Super Bowl

Five Irish children’s books that will lead you on a summer family adventure

Few could touch the quick of things as John Montague did in his verses

During the ‘peace process’ Caird reflected the outlook of Southern members of the Church of Ireland

A cure for leprosy? The Connemarathon? The home of Botox, or Viagra? Birthplace of the MGM lion? Whatever its claim to fame, know your county’s bragging rights

Tuam scandal shows the vice most characteristic of any age is often dressed up as virtue

Irish authors reveal what Roald Dahl’s books mean to them – both as readers and as writers

For a gift with lasting appeal, avoid the ‘festive’ books and head for fresh takes on the classics

The Irish Times literary editor was one of 82 foreigners polled by the BBC to choose the 100 best British novels. Read how he got on

Map found inside copy of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ owned by illustrator Pauline Baynes