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 LeprechaunsLeprechauns are mythological male fairies of Irish folklore. They are often described as small, mischievous cobblers who hide crocks of gold in secret locations. According to legend, leprechauns can be captured and compelled to reveal the location of their treasure, but their captors must never look away because doing so allows the elusive creatures to escape. Why do some Irish people consider the modern, popularized image of leprechauns offensive? More...
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Leprechauns
Leprechauns are mythological male fairies of Irish folklore. They are often described as small, mischievous cobblers who hide crocks of gold in secret locations. According to legend, leprechauns can be captured and compelled to reveal the location of their treasure, but their captors must never look away because doing so allows the elusive creatures to escape.
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Maybe in the distant future Irish rugby players overtake the small Lepre(..) as giants in the mythology. 2000 years should be enough to see the change.
J'ai perdu mes amis en Afrique durant la dernière semaine de 2017
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The etymology of the word was the most interesting part of the article.
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