Treasures Of Irish Folklore
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Paperback Page Condition: Some yellowing. Markings: No markings. Usual shelf-wear.
From the windswept bogs of Connacht to the ancient stone forts of Ulster, Treasures of Irish Folklore transports the reader into the living heart of Ireland's oral tradition — a world where fairies, heroes, and supernatural forces walk alongside the everyday. Compiled by Colm Duggan, this rich anthology gathers the myths, legends, and folk tales that have been passed down through generations of Irish storytellers, presenting them in vivid, accessible prose that honours the cadence and spirit of the originals. The collection illuminates the deep cultural memory of the Irish people, chronicling their relationship with the otherworld, their reverence for the land, and their remarkable gift for narrative. Duggan's editorial hand is both respectful and authoritative, weaving together tales from across the island's provinces into a tapestry that is at once scholarly and deeply human. For anyone seeking to understand the soul of Ireland, this volume is an indispensable — and utterly captivating — companion.
Author: Colm Duggan
Format: Paperback
Published: 1983, Mercantile Marketing Consultants Limited / Crown Publishers, Inc. New York
Genre: Myths & legends
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Paperback Page Condition: Some yellowing. Markings: No markings. Usual shelf-wear.
From the windswept bogs of Connacht to the ancient stone forts of Ulster, Treasures of Irish Folklore transports the reader into the living heart of Ireland's oral tradition — a world where fairies, heroes, and supernatural forces walk alongside the everyday. Compiled by Colm Duggan, this rich anthology gathers the myths, legends, and folk tales that have been passed down through generations of Irish storytellers, presenting them in vivid, accessible prose that honours the cadence and spirit of the originals. The collection illuminates the deep cultural memory of the Irish people, chronicling their relationship with the otherworld, their reverence for the land, and their remarkable gift for narrative. Duggan's editorial hand is both respectful and authoritative, weaving together tales from across the island's provinces into a tapestry that is at once scholarly and deeply human. For anyone seeking to understand the soul of Ireland, this volume is an indispensable — and utterly captivating — companion.