DEAR SIR:

I’m currently researching a book on the history of classified ads in Ireland. I’m looking to tell something of a social history of Ireland through the personal and classified pages in newspapers and magazines.

To this end, I’m asking if any readers have stories they’d like to share with me, from wedding dresses never worn, to couples who met through the small ads or family members who reconnected with each other by placing or replying to an ad, or any other interesting stories or insights related to the classified ads, I’d really appreciate if they could get in touch.

I can be contacted by emailing thepersonalsbook@gmail.com or by phone on 0876155469.

Thank you.