- Charles Joseph Kickham (1828–1882): Born in Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary. A novelist, poet, and Fenian leader, Kickham is best known for his novel Knocknagow, or The Homes of Tipperary (1873), a vivid depiction of rural Irish life and landlord-tenant struggles in 19th-century Tipperary. His works reflect his nationalist ideals and experiences, including his imprisonment for Fenian activities. Kickham’s writing remains influential for its portrayal of Irish peasant life.
- Laurence Sterne (1713–1768): Born in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. An Anglo-Irish novelist and Anglican cleric, Sterne is celebrated for his comic novel The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (1759–1767), a pioneering work of narrative innovation, and A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy (1768). Born in Clonmel to a military family, he spent much of his life in England but retained Irish roots. His works are considered foundational in the development of the novel.
- Anna Maria Fielding Hall (1800–1881): Lived in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary (born in Dublin). Known as Mrs. S.C. Hall, she was a prolific novelist, short-story writer, and editor, often writing about Irish life. Her novels include The Buccaneer (1832) and Marian, or A Young Maid’s Fortunes (1840). She lived in Roscrea during her early years, and her works, co-authored with her husband Samuel Carter Hall, reflect her deep connection to Irish culture, particularly Tipperary’s social landscape. Noted in dib.ie for her contributions to Irish literature.
- Donal Ryan: Hailing from Nenagh, he is an award-winning author of several number-one-bestselling novels, including The Spinning Heart (voted Irish Book of the Decade), From a Low and Quiet Sea, and The Queen of Dirt Island.
- Julia Kavanagh (1824–1877): Born in Thurles, she was a prolific Victorian novelist known for her works focusing on independent female characters.
- Barbara Hemphill (c. 1775–1858): A novelist born in Golden, County Tipperary.
Novelists
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Poets
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
Writers
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
County Tipperary:
Ireland’s county Tipperary offers a mix of historic landmarks and lush countryside, with the Rock of Cashel’s medieval fortress and cathedral providing a stunning hilltop vista. Cahir Castle, one of Ireland’s best-preserved castles, offers historical insights, while the Glen of Aherlow’s walking trails showcase scenic valleys. Other attractions include the historic town of Clonmel and its markets. Tipperary is Ireland’s sixth largest county by size (4,254 square km) and 12th largest by population (167,895). Population peaked at 435,553 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 122,812 in 1966. In terms of hospitality, Tipperary is Ireland’s 14th most visited tourist county with around 168,000 international visitors per year.
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