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Irish short story

An Irish short story is a type of story that is written by someone from Ireland and is not very long. It usually has a beginning, a middle, and an end, and tells a story about something that happened to one or more people.

For example, a short story might be about a boy who goes on an adventure to find a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. The story would have details about the boy's journey, the obstacles he faced along the way, and how he eventually found the gold.

Irish short stories are often written in a way that captures the unique traditions, culture and sometimes even the language of Ireland. This can include things like descriptions of the landscape or using Irish words to add flavor to the story.

Short stories are like mini movies that you can read instead of watching, and they can be a great way to learn about different places, people and cultures. Some of the most famous Irish short story writers include James Joyce, Frank O'Connor and William Trevor.
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