Product Description
Immerse yourself in a world of fairy queens and Celtic warriors in this remarkable collection of Irish folk tales.
Set in an imagined early medieval Ireland, this collection of 10 stories were gathered in the late 19th and early 20th century by writer James Stephens described by James Joyce as 'my rival, the latest Irish genius'. The lyricism and humour within these retellings are unequalled and provide wonderful insight into the culture and traditions of Ireland. Drawn from the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology, they include:
The story of Tuan Mac Carill
The Boyhood of Fionn
The Birth of Bran
Oisin's Mother
The Wooing of Becfola
The little Brawl at Allen
Carl of the Drab Coat
The Enchanted Cave of Cesh Corran
Becuma of the White Skin
Mongan's Frenzy
Originally published in 1920 as an illustrated edition, this is the first 'Standard / General Trade Edition, 1923. Macmillan UK, lacks the plain dustjacket. Gilt titles to spine, binding tight.
Pasted in nameplace of S.E Ievers on front endpage. Scuffing to front covers.