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# extract - Yesterday’s News

'Ponies, dogs and servants - she thought all of them should know their place': Life in a big house in 1960s Dublin EXTRACT

'Ponies, dogs and servants - she thought all of them should know their place': Life in a big house in 1960s Dublin

9 hours ago 16,872 Views 5 Comments

Gillies Macbain writes about one New Year’s night in the 1960s in an extract from his new memoir.

# extract - Saturday 28 September, 2019

Michael Palin in North Korea: 'I realise almost immediately that I have gone too far. Quite a long way too far' EXTRACT

Michael Palin in North Korea: 'I realise almost immediately that I have gone too far. Quite a long way too far'

Sep 28th 2019, 7:30 AM 73,642 Views 22 Comments

Michael Palin writes about what it’s like to journey to the tightly-controlled North Korea – and the mistakes he makes while filming two huge statues of the Great Leaders in Pyongyang.

# extract - Thursday 26 September, 2019

Opinion: 'Are you criticising someone because they're mirroring something you don't like about yourself?' EXTRACT

Opinion: 'Are you criticising someone because they're mirroring something you don't like about yourself?'

Sep 26th 2019, 7:00 AM 11,203 Views 4 Comments

In this extract from Ubuntu, the granddaughter of Archbishop Desmond Tutu explains how we can learn to live without bias.

# extract - Saturday 27 July, 2019

'My great-aunt Chrissy left home at fourteen to go join a convent. That was in 1954' EXTRACT

'My great-aunt Chrissy left home at fourteen to go join a convent. That was in 1954'

Jul 27th 2019, 9:00 PM 29,496 Views 15 Comments

Ian Maleney writes about family, memory, and the stories we tell ourselves.

# extract - Sunday 6 January, 2019

'Bright, brilliant, educated young women from South County Dublin... don’t end up with a gypsy boxer from Limerick' Dichotomy

'Bright, brilliant, educated young women from South County Dublin... don’t end up with a gypsy boxer from Limerick'

Jan 6th 2019, 8:45 AM 66,321 Views 13 Comments

Read an extract from the acclaimed ‘Fighter’ by Andy Lee with Niall Kelly.

# extract - Saturday 29 December, 2018

From The42 'Paul Merson once rang in the middle of the night because, while asleep, he’d poked himself in the eye' Accident

'Paul Merson once rang in the middle of the night because, while asleep, he’d poked himself in the eye'

Dec 29th 2018, 9:00 AM 11,489 Views 3 Comments

Ex-Arsenal forward Alan Smith recalls memories of his time with the Gunners and the ultimately premature end to his career.

# extract - Thursday 27 December, 2018

From The42 'It must have been television gold for the watching millions. Was I ranting? Yes, I suppose I was' Looking Back This post contains videos

'It must have been television gold for the watching millions. Was I ranting? Yes, I suppose I was'

Dec 27th 2018, 8:00 PM 8,142 Views 13 Comments

In an extract from his autobiography, Kevin Keegan recalls the infamous interview he gave amid the dramatic end to the 1995-96 Premier League season.

# extract - Tuesday 25 December, 2018

From The42 'If I could do all that, I would hold a world record... I was 11 years and 333 days old' EXTRACT

'If I could do all that, I would hold a world record... I was 11 years and 333 days old'

Dec 25th 2018, 8:00 PM 10,208 Views No Comments

Read our extract from William Hill Sports Book of the Year joint winner, ‘Boy in the Water’.

From The42 'Johnny – the biggest balls on the planet' Grace Under Pressure

'Johnny – the biggest balls on the planet'

Dec 25th 2018, 9:00 AM 16,988 Views 13 Comments

In this extract from ‘No Borders,’ various members of the Irish team recall the victory over France in the 2018 Six Nations opener.

# extract - Sunday 23 December, 2018

From The42 'He’s been shot, he’s been stabbed, he’s been crippled, and here he is defending a world championship after 15 months out' EXTRACT

'He’s been shot, he’s been stabbed, he’s been crippled, and here he is defending a world championship after 15 months out'

Dec 23rd 2018, 9:00 AM 7,935 Views 1 Comment

This book extract takes a look at a remarkable moment in the life of Eamonn Magee.

# extract - Saturday 22 December, 2018

From The42 'Bright, brilliant, educated young women from South County Dublin... don’t end up with a gypsy boxer from Limerick' Dichotomy

'Bright, brilliant, educated young women from South County Dublin... don’t end up with a gypsy boxer from Limerick'

Dec 22nd 2018, 9:00 AM 19,886 Views 8 Comments

Read an extract from the acclaimed ‘Fighter’ by Andy Lee with Niall Kelly.

# extract - Friday 21 December, 2018

From The42 'He is sick with the fear... Waiting for them to get to the part where they discover that €294,000 is missing' TOny 10

'He is sick with the fear... Waiting for them to get to the part where they discover that €294,000 is missing'

Dec 21st 2018, 9:00 AM 7,994 Views 4 Comments

Check out this extract from Tony 10, one of the year’s most acclaimed Irish sports books.

# extract - Thursday 20 December, 2018

From The42 'I promised her it wasn’t the end for me. Even if the surgery didn’t work and my career was over' The Boy On The Shed

'I promised her it wasn’t the end for me. Even if the surgery didn’t work and my career was over'

Dec 20th 2018, 10:30 AM 20,866 Views 1 Comment

In this extract from his memoir, Lisburn native and former Newcastle footballer Paul Ferris recalls one of the darkest periods in his life.

# extract - Monday 17 December, 2018

From The42 The day child prodigy Tiger Woods appeared on national TV with legendary US actor Jimmy Stewart EXTRACT

The day child prodigy Tiger Woods appeared on national TV with legendary US actor Jimmy Stewart

Dec 17th 2018, 7:15 AM 8,471 Views No Comments

An extract on the golf star’s early days explores his life as a sporting prodigy.

# extract - Sunday 25 November, 2018

An Irish science-fiction story predicted the plot of Back to the Future A Brilliant Void

An Irish science-fiction story predicted the plot of Back to the Future

Nov 25th 2018, 10:00 PM 15,782 Views 8 Comments

Read an extract from a book of science fiction short stories written by Irish writers.

# extract - Friday 23 November, 2018

Extract: Don't fear the reaper - an immunologist on why we shouldn't be so afraid of death An Post Irish Book Awards

Extract: Don't fear the reaper - an immunologist on why we shouldn't be so afraid of death

Nov 23rd 2018, 7:30 PM 26,160 Views 32 Comments

Immunologist Luke O’Neill writes about how death fascinates us all, but once upon a time it was sometimes a tricky thing for a doctor to confirm.

# extract - Saturday 3 November, 2018

Book details Boston crime boss Whitey Bulger's relationship with his right-hand man from the Galway Gaeltacht Whitey Bulger

Book details Boston crime boss Whitey Bulger's relationship with his right-hand man from the Galway Gaeltacht

Nov 3rd 2018, 8:00 PM 43,279 Views 10 Comments

Whitey Bulger and right-hand-man Pat Nee from Connemarra were feared throughout Boston for their ruthlessness.

# extract - Saturday 6 October, 2018

Opinion: How to stay steady in turbulent world - without blaming others Opinion

Opinion: How to stay steady in turbulent world - without blaming others

Oct 6th 2018, 1:00 PM 12,330 Views 8 Comments

It’s easy to let a topsy-turvy day get to you. But author Peter Bregman writes about a way to get centred and back in control.

# extract - Saturday 28 July, 2018

Irish Country music and dancehalls: 'The cause of the ruin of hundreds of young girls' Column

Irish Country music and dancehalls: 'The cause of the ruin of hundreds of young girls'

Jul 28th 2018, 7:30 PM 42,884 Views 37 Comments

The Catholic Church campaigned against informal house dances and crossroads dances, seeing them as opportunities for immorality, writes Kevin Martin.

# extract - Sunday 15 July, 2018

Kindness: Change your life and make the world a kinder place Column

Kindness: Change your life and make the world a kinder place

Jul 15th 2018, 3:00 PM 20,445 Views 7 Comments

Can you get someone to stop talking without feeling and appearing rude? Yes. There are ways to do it kindly, writes Gill Hasson.

# extract - Sunday 8 July, 2018

The Free-Time Formula: 'Your 'priorities' are making you less productive' Column

The Free-Time Formula: 'Your 'priorities' are making you less productive'

Jul 8th 2018, 3:00 PM 15,921 Views 13 Comments

We can truly only ever do one thing at a time, and in any given moment we only have one task that is at the top of the list, writes Jeff Sanders.

# extract - Sunday 1 July, 2018

How to have a great life: 'We rarely give thought to the legacy we’re creating' Column

How to have a great life: 'We rarely give thought to the legacy we’re creating'

Jul 1st 2018, 3:00 PM 23,371 Views 30 Comments

It’s purpose, more than pounds in your pocket, that brings the greatest life satisfaction, writes Paul McGee.

# extract - Sunday 17 June, 2018

Tara Flynn: 'Dear fellow Feminazis. I write this from The Bunker' Column

Tara Flynn: 'Dear fellow Feminazis. I write this from The Bunker'

Jun 17th 2018, 7:30 PM 103,920 Views 124 Comments

“My fellow Feminazis, they are onto us. The only surprise is how long it has taken those of such Superior Intellect and Understanding to discover our takeover plans.”

# extract - Saturday 16 June, 2018

Success-oriented culture: 'Many people chase goals that are not theirs' Column

Success-oriented culture: 'Many people chase goals that are not theirs'

Jun 16th 2018, 7:30 PM 27,480 Views 12 Comments

The problem of people being rich on paper and poor on life is an epidemic, writes Philip Kernan.

# extract - Sunday 27 May, 2018

Column: 'What is holding you back from getting the results you want?' Self-help

Column: 'What is holding you back from getting the results you want?'

May 27th 2018, 3:00 PM 26,936 Views 7 Comments

This is an edited extract from The Little Book of Results.

# extract - Sunday 15 April, 2018

'Our parish universe straddled two counties and two States. We forged an identity as borderers' Read Me

'Our parish universe straddled two counties and two States. We forged an identity as borderers'

Apr 15th 2018, 3:00 PM 15,349 Views 15 Comments

Darach MacDonald’s book Hard Border traces the roots of a century-old, hotly contested border that, after Brexit, will be the only land frontier between the UK and the EU.

# extract - Sunday 1 April, 2018

Eileen Paisley: 'I think there was a quietness and shyness about Martin. He was good company' Martin McGuinness

Eileen Paisley: 'I think there was a quietness and shyness about Martin. He was good company'

Apr 1st 2018, 3:00 PM 1,580 Views 51 Comments

Jude Collins’ Martin McGuinness: The Man I Knew was released to commemorate the first anniversary of the passing of one of Ireland’s most iconic politicians. This is an extract of Eileen Paisley’s account of his friendship with her husband, Ian Paisley.

# extract - Monday 19 March, 2018

The Cattle Raid of Cooley is our national epic - and still has resonance for modern rural life EXTRACT

The Cattle Raid of Cooley is our national epic - and still has resonance for modern rural life

Mar 19th 2018, 10:30 AM 29,058 Views 29 Comments

John Connell, author of The Cow Book, ruminates on how the extraordinary tale of the Táin still runs through the veins of Ireland.

# extract - Saturday 17 March, 2018

Irish in Nottingham: 'We created a little Gaeltacht by the games cabinet of an old English pub' EXTRACT

Irish in Nottingham: 'We created a little Gaeltacht by the games cabinet of an old English pub'

Mar 17th 2018, 7:30 PM 25,048 Views 65 Comments

The following is an edited extract taken from The Irish Outlander, the new book by Scott De Buitléir.

# extract - Sunday 28 January, 2018

'People who brag about being busy will always be average. They'll never accomplish anything' Column

'People who brag about being busy will always be average. They'll never accomplish anything'

Jan 28th 2018, 3:00 PM 87,038 Views 54 Comments

For those wanting to take ownership of their life, Isaiah Hankel’s new book, The Science of Intelligent Achievement, explores how to overcome distractions and over-commitment.

# extract - Monday 1 January, 2018

From The42 'I got a telephone call from Cork City who said they would look after me and help me get fit' Superstar This post contains videos

'I got a telephone call from Cork City who said they would look after me and help me get fit'

Jan 1st 2018, 2:00 PM 10,156 Views 3 Comments

In an extract from his book, Liverpool legend Terry McDermott recalls his brief stint in the League of Ireland.

From The42 'Cantona lit the flame, but it was Keane who kept it burning for more than a decade' Champions

'Cantona lit the flame, but it was Keane who kept it burning for more than a decade'

Jan 1st 2018, 9:45 AM 14,823 Views 15 Comments

In an extract from Jonathan Wilson’s new book on Man United. their great side of the 1990s is remembered.

From The42 'Absolute disbelief consumed us. How could this be happening to Cormac, of all people?' Tragedy

'Absolute disbelief consumed us. How could this be happening to Cormac, of all people?'

Jan 1st 2018, 8:00 AM 29,507 Views 11 Comments

This extract from a recent book on the late Cormac McAnallen recalls the harrowing circumstances in which he was discovered dead.

# extract - Sunday 31 December, 2017

From The42 'I like horses because they have never caused me pain' Honesty

'I like horses because they have never caused me pain'

Dec 31st 2017, 8:00 AM 15,904 Views 17 Comments

In this extract from his book, retired Irish jockey Kieren Fallon describes his obsession with the sport.

# extract - Saturday 30 December, 2017

From The42 'He studied to become a Jesuit priest. Now he was one of the most famed people in racing' Changes

'He studied to become a Jesuit priest. Now he was one of the most famed people in racing'

Dec 30th 2017, 9:00 AM 5,135 Views 1 Comment

In this extract from ‘Centaur,’ Declan Murphy recalls the first time he came across the legendary Barney Curley.

# extract - Thursday 28 December, 2017

From The42 'My boots were endorsed by the moustachioed Liverpool and Ireland winger... This sales pitch worked' Nostalgia

'My boots were endorsed by the moustachioed Liverpool and Ireland winger... This sales pitch worked'

Dec 28th 2017, 9:00 AM 8,414 Views No Comments

In an extract from his book ‘Boy Wonder,’ Dave Hannigan recalls getting his first pair of football boots aged seven.

# extract - Wednesday 27 December, 2017

From The42 'The band was so unprepared for an Irish victor that they played God Save the Queen' The Ascent

'The band was so unprepared for an Irish victor that they played God Save the Queen'

Dec 27th 2017, 9:00 AM 11,599 Views 1 Comment

Check out this extract from Barry Ryan’s book on the rise of Irish cycling’s golden generation.

# extract - Tuesday 26 December, 2017

From The42 'Some of the Irish team were spat on as they made their way to the team bus' HATRED

'Some of the Irish team were spat on as they made their way to the team bus'

Dec 26th 2017, 12:00 PM 36,319 Views 15 Comments

In an extract from his book, Eoin Hand recalls the difficult end to his reign as Ireland manager.

'I was asked dozens of times in the aftermath what was it like to lose £2 million on a rugby match' Blow

'I was asked dozens of times in the aftermath what was it like to lose £2 million on a rugby match'

Dec 26th 2017, 11:00 AM 30,006 Views 8 Comments

Remembering Harry Findlay’s ill-advised bet on a New Zealand-France match.

# extract - Sunday 24 December, 2017

From The42 'I thought we would win it in my time... From there on you would have expected to go forward' Looking Back

'I thought we would win it in my time... From there on you would have expected to go forward'

Dec 24th 2017, 1:00 PM 11,163 Views 10 Comments

In extract from a new book on Liverpool FC, Roy Evans recalls his talented but flawed Reds side.

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