The Death Messenger - Ideas On Tap (Lectures In Pubs)

The Death Messenger - Ideas On Tap (Lectures In Pubs)

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For centuries, the banshee has been Ireland’s most famous messenger of death but how much do we really know about her?

Join Dr Gillian Kenny for a fascinating look at the history, folklore and stories behind Ireland’s most notorious supernatural figure. From ancient traditions to the modern-day banshee, discover how this eerie figure came to be so deeply embedded in Irish culture and why she may have been misunderstood along the way.

Come spend an evening in the pub listening to fascinating talks, meeting interesting people, and diving into ideas you probably won’t hear anywhere else.

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