THE IRISH SCAM is a lighthearted but highly-spirited romp withfrequent location changes around the island of Ireland in search of ascam perfect enough to warrant the award of the famed "PublicansPass", possession of which entitles bearers to free board and beer inthe strange and wonderful world of Irish bars and guesthouses. Behindthe humorous episodes of hi-jinks and bad behavior is a movingtestament to male friendship as it evolves over a lifetime. And that's before you even mention Buster, the Guinnessaficionado who also happens to be a Bassett Hound.Jerry D. McNamee may be reached at mcnameejerry@gmail.com