Episode

Jan Carson's 'Few and Far Between': Troubles, Trauma, and New Isles

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Dublin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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May 14, 2026
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Summary

Jan Carsons new book, Few and Far Between, envisions a drained Lough Neagh, revealing islands that serve as sanctuaries for those escaping the Troubles. Drawing from her own upbringing, Carson explores themes of memory, belonging, and peace-building. She also discusses the lasting impact of violence on society, linking it to todays high rates of attacks on women. Listen to the full episode on the Irish Times Womens Podcast. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d770ce703cee0bae