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Compiled at the height of the Celtic Twilight, a movement to revive the myths and traditions of Ancient Ireland, “Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry” captures a wide range of stories, songs, poems, and firsthand accounts from artists and storytellers dedicated to the preservation of Irish culture.
In "Frank Martin and the Fairies," a sickly man discusses the presence of dozens of fairies inside his weaving shop. When a child in his village...
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"The Complete Fairy Tales of Oscar Wilde" is as the title would suggest a collection of whimsical tales by Oscar Wilde. This collections includes the following short stories: The Happy Prince, The Nightingale and the Rose, The Selfish Giant, The Devoted Friend, The Remarkable Rocket, The Young King, The Birthday of the Infanta, The Fisherman and his Soul, and The Star-child. Readers of all ages will be delighted by these fanciful tales.
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Much loved by both children and adults, these 14 enchanting stories are filled with the sly charm, whimsy, and flights of fancy that give Celtic folklore its special appeal. Includes "The Earth-Shapers," "The Cow of Plenty," "The Golden Fly," "The Children of Lir," and ten more authentic tales.
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Twenty folk tales representing hundreds of years of the collective Irish imagination transport readers to a world where everything is alive and anything can happen! Vivid descriptions of battles with giants, dead men who come back to life, humans imprisoned in animals' bodies, heroes with incredible strength, and more.
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"Unveil the mystery of the banshee and other entities that bridge the gap between life and death with this book's extensive Celtic folklore and historic cases. From deities like the Morrigan to death-related beings such as the Doppelgänger, Steven J. Rolfes examines what banshees are and how they have captivated humanity for centuries"--
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
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1999
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IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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In this retelling of an Irish folktale, a brave young woman battles a sea serpent and rescues her true love from a giant. Margaret has a brave heart. Margaret has a brave heart. She dreams of adventure and longs to travel to distant lands, so when a tall ship appears in the harbor, headed north to the Kingdoms of the Cold, Margaret won't be left behind. But adventures are perilous things. Soon Margaret must face a ferocious sea serpent and even worse...
13) Meath folk tales
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Meath, the 'Royal County', has a rich heritage of myths and legends which is uniquely captured in this collection of traditional tales from across the county.
Here you will find tales of the first occupation of Ireland and the exploits of St Patrick and Colmcille along with stories of witches, hags, ghosts and fairies. As well as the legends of the Hill of Tara, the ancient political capital and enduring spiritual heartland of Ireland.
In a...
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Rivers and streams sculpt our landscape, and have connected our communities throughout history, from mountain to estuary and to the wide sea beyond. They give us water and food, trade and transport – yet they have a life-force all of their own.
In this collection of traditional folk tales from wild rivers, lakes, and streams, Lisa Schneidau retells old stories of danger and transformation, of river goddesses, ghosts and the mysterious creatures...
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At Swim-Two-Birds by Flann O'Brien is a groundbreaking work of Irish literature that defies genre, blending satire, folklore, and experimental storytelling. Written with wit, surreal humor, and a playful disregard for convention, the novel follows a young, disenchanted writer who invents characters only to find they have minds of their own.
The central story revolves around the student-narrator, who, from his Dublin home, creates an intricate narrative...
20) Finn Mac Cool
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Set in Ireland in the 3rd Century AD, this is the story of Finn Mac Cool, a legendary knight who became chief of police to King Cormac Mac Airt. The king has a beautiful daughter and both Mac Cool and his son fall in love with her.