"We are what we read"

- Alberto Manguel

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The Central Catholic Library is located in Dublin, Ireland. The Library was founded as a subscription library by the Irish Jesuit Fr. Stephen Brown, and first opened to the public on 25th June 1922.  The library is located at 74 Merrion Square, and we welcome enquiries about our collections and current services.

18 November 2025

Luke Wadding A Life ; Religion Politics and Culture 1588 – 1657 – Book Launch

Luke Wadding A Life: Religion Politics and Culture 1588 - 1657 | Ben Hazard Tuesday 18th November marks the anniversary of the death of Luke Wadding O.F.M. To mark this occasion, we are privileged to hold a launch of Dr. Ben Hazard's book Luke Wadding A Life. All are welcome to come along - and ... Read more

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