In The Shadow Of The Paps, which was published in October 2001, consists of 264 pages of text and pictures relating to the author's locality and to his experiences. It is sure to evoke widespread interest as it contains material heretofore unpublished about Sliabh Luachra and its people from the earliest times up to the present. The author has condensed a lifetime collection of material and experiences and is sharing them with us for our delectation. The launching of this book must rank as one of the most important cultural events of these times.