Dear Gay : Letters to The Gay Byrne Show - a handwritten history of Ireland

For 25 years, Gay Byrne received thousands of letters from listeners all over Ireland. Some of these letters were light-hearted and innocent, but others were more challenging. While many people didn�_Tt feel comfortable sharing their issues with their closest family and friends, they felt that they could trust Gay. And, so, they wrote in their droves �_�A�With his trademark balance of compassion, empathy and humour, Gay read out letters on subjects such as women�_Ts rights, domestic and institutional abuse, mental health and homosexuality, sparking nationwide conversation and debate. The letters here have been lovingly compiled by Gay�_Ts daughter Suzy, who provides commentary about the impact they made, on a personal and national level, once they were read on air. A�Dear Gay is a sweeping handwritten history of a radically changed Ireland and a fitting tribute to Ireland�_Ts best-loved broadcaster.