Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales
Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales

Author: George Douglas

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-11-01

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 0486119785

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Treasury of fanciful, picturesque narratives tell of brownies, kelpies, mermen, and other supernatural creatures that assist, annoy, and otherwise meddle in the lives of simple Scottish country folk. A delightful collection of imaginative and entertaining nursery and fairy tales, animal fables, witchcraft lore, and stories with a comic twist.

The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales
The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales

Author: Various

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2019-09-02

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13: 0750992875

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This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press' popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From the Spaeman's peculiar advice and a laird who is transformed into a frog, to a fugitive hiding in a dark cave and the stoor worm battling with Assipattle, this book celebrates the distinct character of Scotland's different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales
An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales

Author: Theresa Breslin

Publisher: Illustrated Scottish Treasuries

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 157

ISBN-13: 9780863159077

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Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.

Scottish Folk Tales for Children
Scottish Folk Tales for Children

Author: Judy Paterson

Publisher: The History Press

Published: 2017-03-09

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 0750981997

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A giant sea monster ... trees that can dance ... a water-horse ... a girl so clever she outwits a giant ... Welcome to the world of the Scottish folk tale – a world of talking animals, mischief-making witches, giants, trolls, bold girls, reckless boys and, of course, the Wee Folk.These stories – specially chosen to be enjoyed by 7 to 11-year-old readers – burst with adventure and glitter with magic. As old as the mountains and the glens, these well- loved tales are retold by storyteller Judy Paterson.

Scottish Folk-tales and Legends
Scottish Folk-tales and Legends

Author: Barbara Ker Wilson

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 207

ISBN-13: 9780192741417

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Folktales tell the stories of clans, mermaids, castles, fairies, giants, and adventurers.

Fairy Tales from Scotland
Fairy Tales from Scotland

Author:

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 9780192750129

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Thirty-two folk tales from Scotland, including Tam Lin, The Faery and the Kettle, and How Fionn Found his Sword.

Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends
Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends

Author: Mairi Kidd

Publisher: Scholastic UK

Published: 2020-09-03

Total Pages: 147

ISBN-13: 0702304972

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A complete collection of Scottish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound in a beautiful new edition. From the mysterious cat-faced lady whose magic allows a servant girl to attend a prince's ball, to the princess who meets an enchanted frog; from ogres and hooded crows, to faery bagpipers and shape-shifting monsters... This book includes traditional favourites that readers will love to spot, alongside classic myths and legends from Scottish heritage.

The Flight of the Golden Bird
The Flight of the Golden Bird

Author: Duncan Williamson

Publisher: Floris Books

Published: 2013-08-22

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1782500278

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Duncan Williamson, one of Scotland's Travelling People, has been celebrated as the bearer of Scotland's greatest national treasure: the richest trove of story and song in Europe. In this collection, he passes on some of these wonderful children's folk and fairy tales, collected from sixty years of travelling around Scotland. This collection includes stories about silver horses and golden birds, cunning lions and trilling nightingales, brave princesses and magic scarecrows, the four seasons and old Father Time. At the heart of each story is a lesson about life and what it means to be a good person. The stories have been written down as faithfully as possible to Duncan's unique storytelling voice, full of colour, humour and life.