Tales from Old Ireland
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Publisher: Barefoot Books
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 110
ISBN-13: 9781902283975
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAnd so it was that when he met Aoife, a stranger to those parts, he was struck by her beauty and blind to her evil.
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Irish Folk Tales
Author: Henry Glassie
Publisher: Pantheon
Published: 2012-09-19
Total Pages: 369
ISBN-13: 0307828247
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHere are 125 magnificent folktales collected from anthologies and journals published from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. Beginning with tales of the ancient times and continuing through the arrival of the saints in Ireland in the fifth century, the periods of war and family, the Literary Revival championed by William Butler Yeats, and the contemporary era, these robust and funny, sorrowful and heroic stories of kings, ghosts, fairies, treasures, enchanted nature, and witchcraft are set in cities, villages, fields, and forests from the wild western coast to the modern streets of Dublin and Belfast. Edited by Henry Glassie With black-and-white illustrations throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library
Celtic Tales
Author: Kate Forrester
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 2016-08-30
Total Pages: 178
ISBN-13: 1452152845
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIt's an absorbing introduction to the lore of Albion, but readers will also enjoy teasing out similarities between these tales and more familiar ones." — Publishers Weekly Perilous quests, true love, and animals that talk: The traditional stories of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and Wales transport us to the fantastical world of Celtic folklore. • This Celtic mythology book features 16 stores that were translated and transcribed by folklorists in the late 19th and 20th centuries that focus on themes such as Tricksters, The Sea, Quests, and Romance and mythological creatures. • These timeless tales brim with wit and magic, and each one is brought to life with elegant silhouette art in this special illustrated edition • Celtic Tales is an extraordinary collection that conjures forgotten realms and rare magical creatures in vivid prose Discover the impactful and stunning illustrations by Kate Forrester in this special edition that is sure to impress any true fan of cultural and mythological literature. Discover delightfully entertaining tales such as Master and Man, The Soul Cages, The Red-Etin, and The Witch of Lok Island. Celtic Tales makes an impressive gift for any fan of greek mythology, roman mythology, Chinese mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe.
Legends and Lore
Author: Michael Scott
Publisher: Yearling
Published: 2022-05-03
Total Pages: 209
ISBN-13: 0593381777
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMyths, legends, and magic are woven together in a collection of enthralling Irish folktales from the New York Times bestselling author of the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series. A competition to become King of the Leprechauns... A trick designed to fool the Queen of the Fairies... A terrifying lake monster confronted by the unlikeliest of heroes... Nine Irish legends come to life in these timeless, action-packed folktales about mythological creatures and epic heroes. A master of Irish mythology, bestselling author Michael Scott has crafted stories guaranteed to enthrall young readers who love magic, legends, and lore. And don't miss the companion collection of Irish fairy tales, Magic & Myth!
Magic and Myth
Author: Michael Scott
Publisher: Yearling
Published: 2022-05-03
Total Pages: 209
ISBN-13: 0593381726
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMyths, legends, and magic are woven together in a collection of enthralling Irish fairy tales from the New York Times bestselling author of the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series. A haunting midnight dance that steals children away... An eerie fairy island that appears once every seven years... A magical silver horse that emerges from the depths of a dark lake... Venture into the Otherworld with eleven timeless, enchanting Irish fairy tales that uncover the haunting, hidden world of the Sidhe--the fairy-folk. A master of Irish mythology, bestselling author Michael Scott has crafted stories guaranteed to enthrall young readers who love magic, legends, and lore. And don't miss the companion collection of Irish folktales, Legends & Lore!
Irish Fairy Tales and Folklore
Author: W. B. Yeats
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2022-03-15
Total Pages: 504
ISBN-13: 1949846520
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA classic collection of Irish fairy tales and lore by Nobel Peace Prize-winning author and poet W. B. Yeats Originally published as two separate volumes in 1800s, this premier collection of Irish stories edited and compiled W. B. Yeats is the perfect gift for any lover of Irish literature and folklore. The lyrical prose and rich cultural heritage of each tale will captivate and enchant readers of all ages and keep them entertained for hours on end. This volume contains more than seventy classic Irish stories, including timeless characters and mythology passed down for generations such as: The Trooping Fairies Changelings Tir-na-n-óg The Lepracaun The Kildare Pooka How Thomas Connolly met the Banshee And many more!
Irish Fairy Tales and Legends
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Publisher: Roberts Rinehart Publishers
Published: 1997-10
Total Pages: 102
ISBN-13: 9781570981777
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA varied collection of ten of the best-loved traditional Irish stories.
Scholastic Classics: Irish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends
Author: Kieran Fanning
Publisher:
Published: 2020-03-05
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9780702300165
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA complete collection of much loved Irish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound into a beautiful new edition. Enjoy the rich mythical history of Ireland from the arrival of the Tuatha De Danann on the island and their great battles with the Fomorians right up to the modern day fairytales of Irish storytelling. Including the Ulster Cycle, and the Fenian Cycle, the book features heroes such as Cuchulainn and Fionn Mac Cumhaill, and many traditional favourites such as The Children of Lir.
Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland
Author: Lisa Schneidau
Publisher: The History Press
Published: 2018-03-19
Total Pages: 199
ISBN-13: 0750987324
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe islands of Britain and Ireland hold a rich heritage of plant folklore and wisdom, from the magical yew tree to the bad-tempered dandelion. Here are traditional tales about the trees and plants that shape our landscapes and our lives through the seasons. They explore the complex relationship between people and plants, in lowlands and uplands, fields, bogs, moors, woodlands and towns. Suitable for all ages, this is an essential collection of stories for anyone interested in botany, the environment and our living heritage.
Tales of Old Ireland: Retold
Author: Lora O'Brien
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2018-07
Total Pages: 204
ISBN-13: 9781722223786
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn Ireland, we have a wealth of old myths, legends, fairy tales and folk stories, which are presented here in an easy to read, authentic Irish storyteller's voice - retold for modern times. Our Tales of Old Ireland reach from the heroic warriors Fionn and the Fianna, to the curse of a Goddess, to an on-going battle of wits between the Connacht Queen Medb (Maeve) and her rival the King of Ulster. You'll see shape shifting sisters, fairy folk you'll want to watch out for, fights with monsters, and wise old women helping young maids.
