Bringing together his love for writing and Irish history, this is an author website for Daniel Kirkpatrick. His work in progress is an Irish historical fiction narrative set in Iron Age Ireland. Regular posts will cover his research on Irish history and excerpts from his writing.

Daniel has a PhD in International Conflict Analysis from the University of Kent with a published monograph covering his specialism on the criminalisation of political expression. With a career in research covering various disciplines, his writing draws extensively on academic material, archaeological evidence, and historical research.

If you’d like to get in touch, please see his Twitter profile here.

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  Who’s in Your Clan? Talking About Family in Irish
  There are few institutions more enduring than family. Moral judgment aside, family as a structure of society is something we can all relate to for better or worse. This is perhaps only more true of the Irish than other cultures and certainly an important place to turn to next. Learning to describe your family in… Read more: Who’s in Your Clan? Talking About Family in Irish
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  Céad Míle Fáilte – A Thousand Welcomes in Irish
  The Irish language, or Gaeilge, is much more than just a way of communicating—it’s a vital link to Ireland’s rich cultural heritage. As someone who has studied Irish history and culture, I’ve long admired its poetic rhythms and historical significance. It has shaped and reflects much of Irish history itself. But despite three earlier attempts,… Read more: Céad Míle Fáilte – A Thousand Welcomes in Irish
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  Writing in Iron Age Ireland – Ogham and beyond
  Written language is something we all take for granted. Even as I write, I can’t help but see the irony in my reliance on such a medium to communicate with you the reader. By putting into words what I am thinking, I am connecting with all who read this both now and in the future.… Read more: Writing in Iron Age Ireland – Ogham and beyond
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  Dun Aonghasa – Ancient maritime hub of the West
  There are few more exhilarating sites that standing on Ireland’s west coast and staring out across the seemingly endless ocean before you. The chill breeze, pungent smell of kelp, cawing of gulls, and sound of crashing waves. It’s a scene that has stood still for millennia; a frozen tableau that Ireland’s ancient forbears would have… Read more: Dun Aonghasa – Ancient maritime hub of the West
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  Ancient Rock of Cashel – A fortified myth
  Each year, as we approach Christmas, many of us will don the charade of Santa Claus for our children, portraying a wonderful joy-wrapped lie. We put out our shortbread and milk, hang up the stockings, possibly even ring a few bells to pretend the reindeers are nearby. The wonder and excitement of our children fuels… Read more: Ancient Rock of Cashel – A fortified myth
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  Metal Resources in Iron Age Ireland
  I have a love/hate relationship with DIY projects. On the one hand, I find great satisfaction in fixing taps, laying floors, or mending walls. But on the other, all too often my ambition exceeds my budget, skill, or even the art of the possible. But, throughout all projects, no matter the size, there is one… Read more: Metal Resources in Iron Age Ireland