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This book, a selection of folk tales, true tales, tall tales, myths, gossip, legends and memories, celebrates and honours unique Welsh stories. Some are well known, others from forgotten manuscripts or out-of-print volumes, and some are contemporary oral tales. They reflect the diverse tradition of storytelling, and the many meanings of â ˜chwedlauâ ™. If someone says, â ˜Chwedl Cymraeg?â ™ they are asking, â ˜Do you speak Welsh?â ™ and â ˜Do you tell a tale in Welsh?â ™ Here is the root of storytelling, or â ˜chwedleuaâ ™, in Wales. It is part of conversation. This book, one to linger over and to treasure, keeps these ancient tales alive by retelling them for a new audience.

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Just ask those mountains over there.They have heard these stories before.They have witnessed the floods.Through the travels of a Mesolithic Marsh Girl, Peter Stevenson tells the folk tales of the sea along the Welsh Coast Path. From bridge-dwelling bwbach and drunken mermaids, to swan girls, salmon children and the pirate Leekie Porridge of Tenby ⠓ follow Môrwen on a journey that blends past and present and explores the social and environmental change that is carved into the Welsh coastline.

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Storyteller is storïwr in Welsh. The old word is cyfarwydd. And this book is a sneaky peek into a storyteller s repertoire.Meet the rowdy mermaids and drowned lands of Cardigan Bay, an ancient tree with a door into the otherworld, and the wise old toad who lives in Borth bog and knows everything. Discover a clever girl who transforms into a swan, the herd of fairy cattle who live beneath Llyn Barfog and an elephant who may or may not have died in Tregaron.

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⠘Tom⠙s new anthology contains a ⠜wide pantheon of supernatural beings, from the dangerous Blue Men of the Minth and the jealous mermaid of Caithness to the gentle selkie folk who live between two worlds⠝ in stories harvested from the coastlines, lochs and islands of his native lead.⠙ - Coast magazine Book of the MonthScotland has over 11,600 miles of coastline, so it⠙s no surprise that the sea and shore have been inspiring folk tales for millennia.In Scottish Folk Tales of Coast and Sea, Orkney storyteller Tom Muir weaves tales from this lore-steeped shoreline, finding selkie folk, pirates and even the devil in the liminal space between land and sea. Learn how death was captured in a nut, how a mermaid wreaked her revenge and how whirlpools were created. Discover a land beneath the waves, the mysterious island of Tir-nan-Og and a chorus of demon cats ⠓ but beware the most grotesque monster of them all, the hideous Nuckelavee.

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This enchanting collection of stories gathers together folk tales from across England in one special volume. Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers performing in the country today.From hidden chapels and murderous vicars to travelling fiddlers and magical shape-shifters, this book celebrates the distinct character of Englandâ ™s different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a good yarn. If there is anything else, please let me know.

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Enjoy Wales s rich heritage of myth and fairy tales, re-told foryoung readers. From magical Welsh dragons that destroy a castle night after night,to a princess made out of flowers and a fairy changeling bother,this book includes traditional favourites and classic myths andlegends from Welsh folklore.

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For fans of folklore this is a must read. - Scottish Field magazineThis spellbinding collection of stories once again gathers together legends and lore from across Scotland in one special volume.Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ popular Folk Tales series, this second selection features further tales from authentic Scottish storytellers, honouring the unmistakable character of Scotlandâ ™s customs, beliefs and dialects.From the fearsome elfin warrior haunting Carterhaugh Woods to the beautiful mermaid enchanting young men off the coast of Orkney, this collection of tales belongs on the bookshelves of all who enjoy both the magic of Scotland and a well-told story.

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â ˜Delightfully offbeat and always engaging, this collection of folk tales offers new perspectives on both familiar and forgotten stories. Perfect for folklore fans and anyone who wants to add a bit of magic to their day.â ™ - Heather Fawcett, Sunday Times best-selling author of Emily Wilde s Encyclopaedia of FaeriesDo you know the legends of the giants who ruled England before the first human kings? What about the demon dog Black Shuck who terrorized sixteenth-century Norfolk? Or the many times the Devil has tried to get his way before being outwitted by everyday people?Englandâ ™s historic counties are overflowing with folklore, and this collection of 39 stories from the hit podcast Three Ravens reimagines dozens of classic tales in surprising, spooky, and often hilarious ways. Filled with tales of ghosts, mermaids, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends and more, The Three Ravens Folk Tales spans centuries, styles, tones and narrators, making it perfect for bedtimes, reading by torchlight, or curling up on the sofa to enjoy with a mug of something hot.

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This spellbinding collection of stories once again gathers together tales from across the whole of England in one special volume. Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ Folk Tales series, this second selection features further tales from a wealth of authentic English storytellers, honouring the unmistakable character of Eng;and s customs, beliefs and dialects.From fairies, giants and sea creaures to changelings and witches, this is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

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This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From the Spaemanâ ™s peculiar advice and a laird who is transformed into a frog, to a fugitive hiding in a dark cave and the stoor worm battling with Assipattle, this book celebrates the distinct character of Scotland s different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

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Professional Storyteller Wendy Shearer has gathered together stories from many Caribbean islands and countries, drawing on oral history and written texts to bring these folk tales to life. Many stories are of West African origin, kept alive through rhythm and song. These tales and their languages were blended with European and East Indian folklore, with royalty, heroes and spirits exacting revenge. Alongside the stories are newly collected reminiscences of migration to Britain from Caribbean countries during the Windrush years. These first-hand accounts mirror the themes found in the folk tales with love and loss, magic and mystery, caution and justice.Cric! Crac! Prepare to be enchanted by La Diablesse from Haiti, outsmarted by the trickster Anansi, or terrified by the shapeshifting Old Higue in Guyana.

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This enchanting collection of stories once again gathers together legends and lore from across Ireland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a second treasure trove of tales from a wealth of authentic Irish storytellers.From fairies, mermaids and enchanted caves to devils, witches and ancient gods, this collection honours the distinct character of Irelandâ ™s different customs, beliefs and dialects, and belongs on the bookshelves of all who enjoy a well-told story.

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This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Ireland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Pressâ ™ popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From fairies, giants and vampires to changelings and witches, this book celebrates the distinct character of Irelandâ ™s different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

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â ˜A charming selection of wonder-filled, bite-sized legends from all over the world, retold in Bushnellâ ™s inimitable style ... The kind of book the world needs right now.â ™ - Eleanor Conlon and Martin Vaux, podcasters and authors of The Three Ravens Folk TalesFolk Tales for Health and Wellbeing invites you on a journey of self-discovery and healing, through the timeless wisdom of stories and lessons passed down over many generations. This collection of folk tales from around the world will serve as a gentle guide, leading you to a more mindful, peaceful and present way of life.With over 30 years of training in mindfulness and meditation under various faith advisors, author and storyteller Adam Bushnell has carefully selected and retold these tales to inspire personal growth and wellbeing.

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In this book of folk tales, Liz Berg shares Jewish memories: tales, songs and jokes of Jews told by Jews in Britain and Ireland. Some stories moved from place to place, changing and adapting to new landscapes and taking on different texture, but the essence of the tales stay the same, preserved through oral storytelling, captured and recorded on these pages.Here are tales from the time of Diocletianâ ™s Jewish slaves working in the tin mines of Cornwall, through to the modern tales being told in communities today, all incorporating the wit and magic of a rich and varied culture successfully integrated into Britain and Ireland.

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A lone man wanders from swamp to swamp searching for himself, a wolf-girl visits Wales and eats the sheep, a Welsh criminal marries an Indian Princess , Lakota men re-enact the Wounded Knee Massacre in Cardiff and, all the while, mountain women practise Appalachian hoodoo, native healing and Welsh witchcraft. These stories are a mixture of true tales, tall tales and folk tales, that tell of the lives of migrants who left Wales and settled in America, of the native and enslaved people who had long been living there, and those curious travellers who returned to find their roots in the old country. They were explorers, miners, dreamers, hobos, tourists, farmers, radicals, showmen, sailors, soldiers, witches, warriors, poets, preachers, prospectors, political dissidents, social reformers, and wayfaring strangers. The Cherokee called them: the Moon-Eyed People .

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⠜This delightful book is filled with fascinating and enchanting folklore and histories of both coast and sea. Even if you are not a coastal dweller, you will find magic and wonder in some of England s oldest and strangest tales. A lovely read.⠝ - Annie WorsleyEngland is a maritime nation. Our folklore and history are scattered with tall tales of the high seas, mysteries of the unknown world beneath the ocean surface, and the coast where human life meets the salt sea.This book is a collection of traditional folk tales from the coasts and seas of England, retold with a contemporary twist by Lisa Schneidau. Within these pages you⠙ll find magic and monsters, sailor heroes and ghost ships, and even mermaids and shapeshifters.Immerse yourself in these sea stories and let the current of England⠙s mysterious ocean world sweep you away.

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These engaging folk tales from Cumbria were collected as fragments that the author has brought back to life. Shaped by the natural world, local customs and generations of chattering, these traditional tales reflect the unique Cumbrian wit and wisdom. Herein you will find intriguing accounts of Hunchback and the Swan, the Screaming Skulls of Calgarth, the Millom Hob Thross, Hughie the Graeme, Cumbrian Crack, and Billy Peascodâ ™s Harp. They will make you want to visit the places where they happened and meet some of the characters that feature in them. Including charming illustrations from the local artist Steven Gregg, this captivating collection will be enjoyed by readers time and again. Taffy Thomas has lived in Grasmere for well over thirty years, and is a highly experienced storyteller with a repertoire of more than 300 tales. In the 2001 New Year Honours List he was awarded the MBE for services to storytelling and charity, and in 2010 was appointed as the first UK Storyteller Laureate.

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Collection of myths, legends and folk tales from around Wales, accompanied by stunning photographs of locations associated with each one. From the giant that gave Yr Wyddfa its name to the three sisters who turned into rivers, discover the rich history of Wales in these 50 stories and photographs!

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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 â “ 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 that dwell in the watery arteries of Britain and Ireland.

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Once upon a time, most of Britain and Ireland was covered in woodland. Many of the trees have been cleared, but our connection with the wildwood remains. It is a place of danger, adventure and transformation, where anything could happen. Here is a collection of traditional folk tales of oak, ash and thorn; of hunting forests and rebellion, timber and triumph in battle, wild ghosts and woodwoses. Lisa Schneidau retells some of the old stories and relates them to the trees and forests in the landscape of our islands today.

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Discover the mesmerizing tale of two personalities in a war over the soul of one man with this gorgeous collectible edition of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a tale of Victorian horror. The personalities of the pleasant Dr. Jekyll and the violent Mr. Hyde vie for control over a single body. This gothic horror novel is presented alongside five short stories by author Robert Louis Stevenson:A Lodging for the NightThe Suicide ClubThe Body-SnatcherThe Bottle Imp The Isle of VoicesThis collectible edition of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde features:An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designsIntroduction by English scholar and professor Allen GroveUnabridged textA timeline of the life and times of Robert Louis StevensonThis lovely classic is a perfect gift or a wonderful addition to your home library.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

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A twelfth-century Sanskrit parallel to Hans Christian Andersen’s ‘The Princess and the Pea’ is just one of the surprises in this unusual collection of fairy tales from the Indian subcontinent. There are animal fables that recall both Aesop and Uncle Remus, and long wonder tales with all the strange enchantments of the Arabian Nights. Wily peasants, scheming rajahs, and saintly brahmans mingle in stories full of spice and wit. Luck and fate are the chief concerns, but magic and bravery play their part as well. These eighteen stories have been selected with an introduction and notes by folklorist Neil Philip, and retold for today’s children by Caroline Ness. The result is a vibrant anthology of magical tales that will delight all the family, ideal to read aloud or for older readers to enjoy discovering by themselves.In this enchanting anthology of fairy tales from across the Indian subcontinent, you will enter into a world where an elephant rides to heaven and back; an exiled prince wins his inheritance; a resourceful princess pits her wits against a witch; and of a male Cinderella – but with a twist to the tail! Jacqueline Mair’s richly detailed illustrations draw on her experience travelling and studying in India to produce a book full of colour and vibrancy.

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A fresh look at a unique masterpiece of Indo-Tibetan art. Over one thousand years old, the Buddhist monastery complex of Tabo and its exquisitely preserved works of art rank among the most fascinating cultural and historical treasures of mankind. The new edition of this richly illustrated volume shows the beauty of these legendary sanctuaries for the first time in the highest digital resolution and describes in detail the entire gamut of Western Tibetan artistic styles. The monastery of Tabo, located in the northern Indian Himalayan region and founded in 996 AD, is the oldest temple complex in the Tibetan cultural area that has been preserved in its original state. TaboÂ’s main temple, the Temple of the Enlightened Gods, is a unique work of art: one-thousand-year-old sculptures and paintings, created in an incomparably fine style by Indian and Western Tibetan artists, together form a walk-in, horizontal mandala. With special permission, Peter van Ham was able to spend decades photographing the temple halls, which are otherwise off-limits to cameras. Most recently, he was able to capture them in the worldÂ’s highest digital resolution. With four hundred images—150 of them new to this edition—the book provides detailed background information and the latest research findings on the spectacular yet endangered sanctuary. Â

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An enchanting treasury of magical tales handed down through the ages. Infectious and soul-stirring, these are stories crying out to be shared. - Ben Hoare, award winning wildlife journalist and nature nerdHave you heard the tale of Black Annis, the witch-demon that lurks beneath a Leicester housing estate? Do you know the legend of the Hunting of the Great Bear, or how the crow brought daylight? Why should you be careful to never insult the moon?Star stories and creature tales, good-old-fashioned ghost stories together with traditional narratives about how the night became kindle the fires of our imagination and deepen our acquaintance with the dark in this compendium of stories to tell out loud.Filtered through the wild imaginations and indigenous tongues of storytellers from all over the world, this collection is rewritten and re-presented here by a master storyteller from the UK, who has been spinning nocturnal narratives around the campfire for three decades. This is a delicious midnight feast of tales from the dark sideâ ™ to fascinate, terrify, enchant and inform about the night-time realm.

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This collection of stories takes you around the globe on an incredible journey. The characters you will meet are as varied as the countries they come from, whether the icy Arctic or the steamy rainforest. You will meet wise baboons and foolish merchants, beautiful maidens and ugly trolls. There are funny tales, magical tales, love stories and adventures. Retold for children, this book is perfect for reading together or for new readers to enjoy by themselves.,

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Pixies are recognised around the world as mischievous members of the fairy race, but their traditional stories dwell in South West England. Across Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, they have been loved and revered, avoided and feared for centuries.Within these pages, you will find the collected tales of the Pixies, Piskeys, Knockers and Spriggans and many more of their magical kin. Their impish and unpredictable nature can help or hinder us, their human neighbours. Their stories call for playful kindness, magical thinking and careful respect for the living landscape around us.Allow the stories of the Pixies to charm you, rekindle your relationship with the land and embolden your connection to nature. But be warned: these tales are alive with Pixie magic! Expect enchantment and take care as you prepare to enter the wild places of Britainâ ™s South West.

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â ˜What a wonderful book. Wolves through a prism of love, understanding and fascination.â ™ Derek Gow, author and ecologistWolves have been hunted to extinction in many countries, clung on in isolated populations near human communities and thrived in remote wilderness: theirs is a story of adaption and survival that is not yet finished.Once prevalent in Britain, the wolf has been much maligned and persecuted, but it has also been missed, and the â ˜return of the wolf â ™ in this compendium of tales mirrors the aspiration to reintroduce this ancient species to Britainâ ™s recovering wild places.The wolf has wended its way into our collective imagination through traditional narratives around the world. Known as shapeshifter, this animal has weaved itself into our folklore for centuries; from the compelling protagonist and agent of change to the wily trickster and persecutor, and today as a totem of hope for the rewilding movement.Storyteller and outdoorsman Chris Salisbury ensures the legacy of this beloved creature lives on in an unforgettable collection of wolfish tales to tell out loud.

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Cornwallâ ™s rugged coast is etched with stories. Here youâ ™ll find tales of powerful mermaids, spiteful witches, crafty smugglers and woeful ghosts. Up on the moors are mischievous creatures, huge giants and elusive beasts. Let the piskeys lead you astray across the windy tors and sandy shorelines to experience wonder, miracles, secrets and magic. Bodmin Moor folklore writer Anna Chorlton retells tales of North and East Cornwall, illustrated by local artists and members of the community.

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The Highlands of Scotland are rich in traditional stories. Even today, in the modern world of the internet and supermarkets, old legends dating as far back as the times of the Gaels, Picts and Vikings are still told at night around the fireside.They are tales of the daoine sìth ⠓ the fairy people ⠓ and their homes in the green hills; of great and gory battles; of encounters with the last wolves in Britain; of solitary ghosts; and of supernatural creatures like the selkie, the mermaid, and the Fuath, Scotland⠙s own Bigfoot.In a vivid journey through the Highland landscape, from the towns and villages to the remotest places, by mountains, cliffs, peatland and glen, storyteller and folklorist Bob Pegg takes the reader along old and new roads to places where legend and landscape are inseparably linked.

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Kniha - autor Karel Jaromír Erben; Božena Němcová; Josef Lada, 120 stran, anglicky, pevná bez přebalu lesklá The most beautiful Czech classic fairy tales, such as “Princess Goldie”, “Cook, Mug, Cook!”, “Mr. Long, Mr. Broad and Mr. Sharpeye”, “The Gingerbread House” or “The Seven Ravens”. Josef Lada (1887 – 1957) was Czech painter, author, illustrator and dramatist. He was born in a small village of Hrusice in a cobbler's family. Entirely self-taught, he created his own style as a caricaturist for newspapers, and later as an illustrator. Lada created some 15 000 drawings and over 400 painting, he illustrated 120 books, designed the set for 9 plays, created 20 posters and 6 animated films, the author of dozen books. He is best known as the illustrator of Jaroslav Hašek's World War One novel The Good Soldier Švejk. Lada won the Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis in 1963. The asteroid 17625 Joseflada has been named after him. Pablo Picasso said of Lada’s work: “This...

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The perfect gift for anyone interested in Irish folklore. These lrish tales are reprinted from nineteenth-century sources, but they date back to a centuries-old oral tradition of storytelling that had yet to be committed to the printed page. They were passed down through the ages virtually unaltered and feature a wide variety of fantastic beings.

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Step onto the shores of Cornwallâ ™s enchanted land and delve deep into a seam of windswept stories. High up on the cliffs lurk lovesick giants, playful piskies and hungry dragons. Below on the sands, beware hissing spriggans, merrymaids and restless ghosts. In granite villages meet dashing devils and wise women. Among mines, moors and seascapes swirling with folklore, inhale the true spirit of Cornwall and let your imagination run free with the legends of this wonderful place.Capturing the magic of Mid and West Cornwall, folklore writer Anna Chorlton retells its tales, illustrated by local children and artists.

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The islands of Britain and Ireland hold a rich heritage of plant folklore and wisdom, from the magical yew tree to the bad-tempered dandelion. Here are traditional tales about the trees and plants that shape our landscapes and our lives through the seasons. They explore the complex relationship between people and plants, in lowlands and uplands, fields, bogs, moors, woodlands and towns. Suitable for all ages, this is an essential collection of stories for anyone interested in botany, the environment and our living heritage.

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For the devotee of Irish heritage, mythology or folklore, County Sligo has everything. From the Curlew mountains in the south, where Aodh Ruadh Ó Domhnaill defeated an English army under Sir Conyers Clifford, to Benbulben⠙s slopes in the north, where St Colmcille battled the High King of Ireland, every hill and valley is linked by the gossamer threads of myth, folklore and legend. These stories, some age-old legends and fantastical myths, some amusing anecdotes and cautionary tales, are a heady mix of the bloodthirsty, funny and passionate and a selection of the best are retold here by writer and local historian Joe McGowan. In these pages you will find little-known anecdotes of the traditional ways of Sligo⠙s residents, their customs and superstitions; you will find stories of epic battles and heroic deeds; and you will also hear the fantastical accounts of mythical creatures, faeries, witches and the ghosts of Connacht itself.

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How did a tiny wren manage to be crowned King of the Birds? Why did giant Finn McCoolâ ™s favourite dogs change into mountains? What happened to turn a friendly cat into a cruel fiend who plotted to destroy mankind? Irish Animal Tales for Children is packed with ghostly goings-on, weird characters and wonderful animals. Irreverently told by award-winning storyteller Doreen McBride, these stories are not for the faint of heart!

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This collectible edition of Peter Pan, packaged in a beautiful, vibrant clothbound hardcover, is unabridged and includes 12 color and black-and-white illustrations by F.D. Bedford. Originally told as a tale by J.M. Barrie to five brothers and first produced as a play in 1904, Peter Pan is the beloved and classic story about the boy who never grows up. Follow the Darling children—Wendy, John, and Michael—as they fly over the rooftops of London to Neverland and have adventures with the Lost Boys, Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily, mermaids, and the dreadful Captain Hook and his band of pirates. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, the Chartwell Classics series includes beautifully presented works and collections from some of the most important authors in literary history. Chartwell Classics are the editions of choice for the most discerning literature buffs. Other titles in the Chartwell Classics series include The Essential Tales Poems of Edgar Allen Poe; The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft; The Federalist Papers; The Inferno; The Call of the Wild and White Fang; Moby Dick; The Odyssey; Pride and Prejudice; Grimm’s Fairy Tales; Emma; The Great Gatsby; The Secret Garden; Anne of Green Gables; The Phantom of the Opera; The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital; The Republic; Frankenstein; Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea; The Picture of Dorian Gray; Meditations; Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass; A Tales of Two Cities; Beowulf; The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde; Adventures of Huckleberry Finn; Little Women; Wuthering Heights; The Alchemist; Persuasion; Aesop’s Fables; The Constitution of the United States and Selected Writings; Crime and Punishment; Dracula; Great Expectations; The Iliad; Irish and Fairy Folk Tales; The Legend of Sleepy Hollow; The War of the Worlds; and The Time Machine and The Invisible Man.

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Venture into a macabre world with this stunning edition of The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft. The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft collects one of the author’s most popular novellas and six of his most famous short stories: At the Mountains of Madness The Call of Cthulhu The Colour Out of Space The Dunwich Horror The Shadow Out of Time The Shadow Over Innsmouth The Whisperer in Darkness This collectible edition of The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft features: An elegant faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designs Introduction by H.P. Lovecraft scholar Peter Cannon Unabridged text A timeline of the life and times of Lovecraft These hair-raising tales have inspired generations of authors and filmmakers, including Stephen King, Alan Moore, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, Chartwell Deluxe Editions offer beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

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12 classic English fairy tales and their history, from tales of dragons to Robin Hood.Folk tales and legends are an intrinsic part of English national culture. In his book, Rosalind Kerven has revived the best English fairy tales for a new generation. These are stories of giants, dragons, fairies and Arthurian Romance. Together, they form a perfect introduction to the different types of traditional stories and their place in English oral and written heritage.Each tale is linked with a specific place or county in England: The Dragon Castle from Northumberland, The Girl Snatched By Fairies from County Durham, The Princess and the Fool from Kent and The Dark Moon from Lincolnshire.The book also includes notes on each story: the history and where it came from, its development and short summaries of many related or similar stories.

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This deluxe hardback anthology brings together incredible tales from Ancient Egyptian mythology, presented in a beautiful volume with gold gilded page edges.The world of Ancient Egypt is filled with fascinating stories of an immense pantheon of gods and goddesses, with their unique personalities, jealousies and conflicts. The names of their deities - Osiris, Horus, Anubis, Set - have echoed through the millennia and shaped the societies that came after. From tales of creation to revenge stories among the gods to folk tales featuring the ordinary subjects of the pharaohs caught up in extraordinary times, these stories are rife with intrigue and excitement and are sure to entertain every reader.This collection includes such tales as:• how men rebelled against the sun god Ra• the story of Isis and Osiris• the riddle of the Sphinx• the story of the two brothers Bata and AnubisPresented with a gold embossed cover design and gold-gilded pages, this edition is an incredible collection for anyone interested in Ancient Egyptian culture and beliefs.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibalin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

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I hear someone coming. It has happened before . . . Rooted in the elemental landscapes of Sussex, Brittany and the Languedoc, here are tales of ghosts and spirits seeking revenge, of grief-stricken women and haunted men coming to terms with their destiny. Atmospheric and unforgettable, The Mistletoe Bride is a collection of stories inspired by ghost stories, folk tales and legends, from one of our most captivating writers. These eerie tales are perfect for stormy winter darkness Daily Mail A master of the short form Stylist A powerful storyteller with an abundant imagination Daily Telegraph

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Revel in the sumptuous language of Edgar Allan Poe’s best works in this elegantly designed hardcover edition. The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe features the spine-chilling short stories and melodious poems of the famous Gothic American writer, spanning from 1827 to his death in 1849.This collectible edition features:A handsome faux-leather cover with foil-embossed designs21 short stories, including “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Pit and the Pendulum,” and “The Murders in the Rue Morgue”10 classic poems, including “The Raven,” “Annabel Lee,” and “The Bells”An introduction by Daniel Stashower An index of first linesA timeline of the life and times of Edgar Allan PoeEvery literature buff and fan of Gothic horror should have this indispensable volume in their home library.Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, these deluxe classics editions include beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other deluxe classics from Chartwell include Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

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Delve into this beautiful treasury of stories, inspired by nature. This collection features 18 folk tales, myths and age-old stories of animals, birds and plants from all around the world - from North America to Brazil, Ireland, Morocco, Finland, Mexico, Poland, Japan, Germany and Siberia. Retold by award-winning author Dawn Casey and with intricate artwork by Anja Sušanj.A stunningly illustrated edition to treasure for years to come, Nature Tales is the perfect gift to open up the wonder of nature to readers of all ages.

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This beautifully hardback anthology presents a thrilling collection of 31 myths and folk tales with inspiring heroines at their centre, featuring breath-taking, full-colour illustrations by artist Khoa Le. Discover legends and folktales in which mighty goddesses shape the world and spirited heroines seize control of their own destinies. This collection brings together stories from different countries and cultures - from earth-shaking battles of mythical beings to human sagas of bravery, quick wits, and kindness. Readers will be transported to faraway lands and ancient times - including the dawn of life itself! Tales include:• Freyja s Necklace (Norse)• Amaterasu and the Cave (Japanese)• Pandora and the Jar (Greek)• Pele Fights with her Sister (Hawaiian)• Isis Discovers the Name of Ra (Egyptian)These stories showcases narratives that celebrate strong, independent women. They run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. In reading these stories, young readers will become inspired to smash stereotypes, fight for what s right and unleash their own inner strength. This compendium is sure to inspire readers aged 7+.

Objev podobné jako Tales of Myth and Magic for Fearless Girls - Claudia Martin, Samantha Newman

An authoritative history of the earliest history of familiar folk tales and fairy tales from 3000BCE to the seventh century CE

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This beautiful hardback edition brings together Andrew Lang s selection of 26 tales taken from One Thousand and One Nights, luxuriously presented with gold cover embossing and gilded page edges.These classic folk tales from Asia, Arabia and Persia are taken from the reputed 1001 stories told by Scheherazade to entertain her husband, the Sultan, to prevent him from having her killed. Every tale will weave its own spell on readers as they dip into an enchanted land where Aladdin discovers a genie held captive in a magic lamp, Sinbad sets sail on a series of fantastic voyages and surprising heroes and magic creatures reveal hidden depths of bravery and ingenuity.Augmented with H J Lord s charming illustrations and pretty printed endpapers, this hardback compendium with gilded edges and ivory pages is a true keepsake and will grace any discerning book-lover s shelves.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

Objev podobné jako Tales of the Arabian Nights - Lang Andrew

This magical collection features a wonderful mix of fairytales, folk tales and classic stories, thoughtfully retold to enthrall young readers. Tales of adventure, mystery and friendship are brought to life through captivating illustrations packed with charm and detail. Perfect for children who are just getting to grips with reading independently.Features 13 short stories of adventure and excitement, including extracts from classics such as Aliceâ ™s Adventures in Wonderland, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and the Just So Stories:â ¢ Down the Rabbit-holeâ ¢ The Crab that Played with the Seaâ ¢ The Glass Coffinâ ¢ The Council with the Munchkinsâ ¢ The Drop of Waterâ ¢ The Spirit in the Bottleâ ¢ Melisandeâ ¢ The Guardian of the Gatesâ ¢ The Frog Princeâ ¢ The Unicornâ ¢ The Goose-girlâ ¢ A Mad Tea-partyâ ¢ The Comet

Objev podobné jako Tales of Enchantment - Kelly Miles

Baba Yaga is a witch who appears in many Russia and Middle Eastern folk tales. When the brave Natasha is tricked into visiting Baba Yaga s house in the woods, will she be able to escape the clutches of the wicked witch?This exciting story written by Tony Bradman and vividly illustrated by Anaïs Goldemberg will capture your child s imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together.The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonic progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

Objev podobné jako Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales: Level 7: Baba Yaga - Tony Bradman, Pam Dowson, Nikki Gamble

Worlds of enchantment await in this beautiful treasury, which contains the most popular fairy and folk tales from the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Charles Perrault, and other classic sources. In addition to such well-known stories as Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, and Little Red Riding-Hood, the book showcases lavish art from the Golden Age of Illustration, including work by Arthur Rackham, Harry Clarke, Rene Bull, and Eleanor Vere Boyle.

Objev podobné jako A Treasury of Best-Loved Fairy Tales - kolektiv autorů

This collection of Chinese stories begins with the great legends of how Earth and Heaven came into being. There are folk-tales too, about ghosts and rain-makers, poor students and magicians, and the man who was nearly made into fish paste. Throughout the collection, the author brings to life all the magic and mystery of China.

Objev podobné jako Tales from China - Cyril Birch