The Haunted Mountain
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A masterwork of Scottish fantasy and folklore, The Haunted Mountain chronicles the battle of wills between a stubborn Highland farmer named MacAllister and the powerful fairy folk who demand his obedience. When MacAllister defiantly refuses to honor the ancient pact between humans and the supernatural world, he unleashes a terrifying pursuit that draws him deep into a realm of dark enchantment and unyielding faerie power. Mollie Hunter weaves the rich oral traditions of Scottish legend into a suspenseful and atmospheric narrative that crackles with tension and mythic resonance. Written with lyrical precision, the story illustrates how pride and stubbornness can lead a man to the very edge of his world — and beyond — while honoring the deep cultural roots from which these timeless tales spring. Ideal for fans of folklore-driven fantasy, this gripping tale remains one of the finest examples of Celtic mythology brought vividly to life for younger readers and adults alike.
Author: Mollie Hunter
Format: Hardback
Published: 1974, Hamish Hamilton
Genre: Fantasy
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A masterwork of Scottish fantasy and folklore, The Haunted Mountain chronicles the battle of wills between a stubborn Highland farmer named MacAllister and the powerful fairy folk who demand his obedience. When MacAllister defiantly refuses to honor the ancient pact between humans and the supernatural world, he unleashes a terrifying pursuit that draws him deep into a realm of dark enchantment and unyielding faerie power. Mollie Hunter weaves the rich oral traditions of Scottish legend into a suspenseful and atmospheric narrative that crackles with tension and mythic resonance. Written with lyrical precision, the story illustrates how pride and stubbornness can lead a man to the very edge of his world — and beyond — while honoring the deep cultural roots from which these timeless tales spring. Ideal for fans of folklore-driven fantasy, this gripping tale remains one of the finest examples of Celtic mythology brought vividly to life for younger readers and adults alike.