Colin - I love the book. I planned a holiday trip around some of your comments.

When we went to Dungarvan I met with Donnchadh Gough (Danu) and many of the Clancy's and made some friends that have lasted since. (I sent Donnchadh a copy of the book too). Your piece on Liam Clancy and his subsequent appearance in the Dylan film opened my eyes and ears to his remarkable talents.

Long story short, I appeared on stage as one one the many people who stood-in for Liam at what should have been his last concert (almost a year ago at Clancy Fest) and, as far as I know, I was the only person to travel over from Scotland for Liam's funeral last December. All thanks to you directing me to Dungarvan in the first place.

I have been to places in Ireland that I would never have found, thanks to the book. I have made lasting friendships, thanks to your book.

So I would like to thank you. I always enjoyed your writing. The book has been good to me.