Irish Fairy Tales (Fully Illustrated) (Paperback)

from fiverivers

This is one of those books you should read simply to expand your knowledge of Irish heritage and culture. A fascinating insight into historical standards in society, particularly women's roles, as well as a broader world view and belief system.

from pamkaye

10 stories of Finn and other champions of Ireland and Faery. Some tales are good and some are corny. But over all a fun read. I liked the description of Conaran's daughters in "The Enchanted Cave of Crab Corran". As I imagine these girls, I had to laugh. Full of adventure, magic, love, and betrayal.

from jrissman

"Irish Fairy Tales" is a set of ten stories drawn from the Fenian Cycle of Irish legend, occurring around the time when Christianity was introduced to the island. The stories are set in a forested land filled with lager-than-life hunters, warriors, kings, and faeries. Faeries are important in per...

from fiverivers

This is one of those books you should read simply to expand your knowledge of Irish heritage and culture. A fascinating insight into historical standards in society, particularly women's roles, as well as a broader world view and belief system.

from MrsLee

The Myths and Magic of Old Ireland, these stories are classic Irish folk tales which weave in and out of Faery and our world, with heroes such as Fionn mac Uail, lord of the Fianna. These are almost like reading poems, they have a rhythm and a cadence to them which becomes mesmerizing, especially...