Irish Folklore

Dive into the enchanting world of Irish folklore in this captivating compendium of fairy tales, songs, and poems compiled and co-written by Nobel Prize-winning Irish wordsmith W. B. Yeats.

This collection of 10 time-honored tales brims with enchantment, whimsy, and sly humor. Assembled by a renowned poet and student of Gaelic language and culture, this edition includes "The Birth of Bran", "The Little Brawl at Allen", "The Enchanted Cave of Cesh Corran", "Becuma of the White Skin", "Mongan's Frenzy", and other stories.

Read this book for free with your Kindle Unlimited Membership! History of Ireland The story of the Irish people is definitely fascinating, especially to history buffs. This book stands as an introduction to the history of a nation that has been influenced by other forces, developing beyond its magnificent, imposing coasts. This book will transport you to the past of one of the world’s most compelling nations. It will take you through the conflicts and events whose impact was crucial throughout the centuries. Starting from the earliest inhabitants of the land to the country’s ...

A gothic folklore book set in Ireland, Canada, and Italy during the 19th to early 20th century. Dive deep into the eerie world of *The Irish Banshee*, a spine-chilling collection that captures the essence of ancient Irish legends and supernatural encounters. This gripping gothic folklore narrative spans from the hauntingly beautiful countryside of Ireland to the atmospheric locales of Canadian wilderness and Italian coastal regions. Transporting readers to the 19th and early 20th centuries, it brings to life the spectral harbingers that stalk these lands. Discover the Mysteries: Linked only...

In Irish Mythology: The Children of Danu, USA Today best-selling author Daniel Allison retells the Mythological Cycle, the first of the four cycles of Irish Mythology.

Three estranged sisters. A haunted house in Salem. A secret that won't stay buried. Salem in October is a carnival of manufactured spookiness, but for the McCarthy sisters, the ghosts are real. Reunited in their crumbling childhood home to sort through the remnants of their mother’s life, old wounds and bitter rivalries quickly resurface. Neiman, the influencer, wants to rebrand their grief for her followers; Bobby, the pragmatist, just wants to clean up the mess and get out; and Matcha, the youngest, can feel the oppressive weight of the house’s sorrow sinking into her bones. Their ...

Introducing book one in the CELTIC LEGENDS SERIES, a star-crossed lovers tale from the RITA-nominated author of passionate, magical romances Conor has lived a hundred lives…but loved only once Born to a powerful Irish priestess, Conor knows he is no ordinary warrior. Some whisper he’s not human at all. He seeks out Brigid of Morna, a reclusive, woodland seer, the only woman who can unveil the truth of his everlasting strength. But Brigid refuses to help him—or to yield her hungry heart. For she knows that a man cursed to live a thousand lives must never fall in love… "An enthralling...

When Emma, Jack, and Sophie stumble upon a hidden path in the woods near Bluebell Farm, they never expect to find a secret, magical forest in danger! The trees are whispering, the animals are scared, and the magic is fading. But with the help of a tiny, mischievous leprechaun and a lot of courage, the three siblings must solve the riddle of the ancient hidden stones before the magic disappears forever. Can they unlock the forest’s secret and save its wonders before time runs out? A thrilling, heart-warming adventure full of mystery, friendship, and a sprinkle of magic!

Samhain, the Celtic New Year, the Night of the Day of the Dead, when the Walls between the Worlds grow thin, and the barrows open to release the ancient dead and the faerie people... Four haunting stories from prehistoric Ireland, based on original myths but told anew with a nod to actual archaeological finds and folk memory. Crom Cruach, the Bowed One of the Mound, asks for his tribute of corn, milk and children...till St Patrick comes. But are the Old Ways really dead and gone? Aillen the Burner, one of the beautiful yet amoral Tuatha de Dannan, arrives each Samhain to burn down the ...

Knowing is the heart of love. The battle for Unseelie has been won, and Lord Raza Tnyn is now King Raza the Second. But Uisdean, the last king of Unseelie, is on the loose in the Human Realm with his resurrected wife, Rue, and an ancient fairy weapon. The Councils and the Coven are on the case, and Princess Seren is happy to leave the problem in their capable hands. Until someone important to Seren goes missing and witches start turning up dead. To save an entire race from the schemes of her evil relatives, the Twilight Princess will forsake her crown and return to her extinguisher roots. ...

One of the best-known collections of W. B. Yeats' prose, The Celtic Twilight explores the old connection between the Irish people and the magical world of fairies. Yeats, by traveling the land in the early 20th century and talking to the common people about their experiences with the creatures, yielded a colorful overview of Celtic fairy folklore.

From the ancient tales of the Tuatha Dé Danann, to the iconic events of the Easter Rising, this book takes you on a journey through the ages. Learn about the major events in Ireland's history, including the Viking invasions, the Tudor conquests, and the Great Famine. You'll gain a deep understanding of the events that have shaped this unique and vibrant country.

ANCESTORS. Maire Kennedy has never felt comfortable in her own skin; she feels the tug of the past, of distant ancestors whose blood runs through her veins, drawing her from the the New World back to the Old. Ireland is her goal, and she has the DNA results to prove her worthy place in the land of her distant forebears. One of her aims is to explore a particular prehistoric cairn, glowering on the the hilltop above a remote village, since the DNA company she used has told her she has a match to a burial archaeologists found within...but when she arrives on the hilltop, it all begins to go ...

Ivy Burke’s life in Atlanta has hit a wall. When she unexpectedly loses her job, she seizes the chance to embark on a journey to Ireland, seeking solace and a deeper connection to her family's roots. Her destination: the quaint, mist-covered village of Kinvarra, where her cousin Colm welcomes her with open arms. But Ireland holds more than the charm of ancient ruins and rolling green hills. As Ivy delves into her ancestral past, she begins to sense a dark presence shadowing her every move. What begins as subtle unease soon spirals into chilling encounters that hint at long-buried secrets ...

Internationally acclaimed Irish folksinger Maura O'Connell narrates seven of the brightest jewels from the Irish storytelling tradition in this magnificent, unabridged recording of Malachy Doyle's Tales from Old Ireland. With its captivating language, larger-than-life characters, dramatic landscapes, and magical happenings, this enchanting collection of favorite Irish folk tales will transport listeners to another world for many happy hours.

Irish fairy tales and legends - full of enchantment, brave deeds and lost loves. The best tales from the Irish tradition, including: 'How Cúchulainn Got His Name', 'The Magic Shoes', 'Deirdre and the Sons of Uisneach', 'The King’s Secret', 'The Children of Lir', 'The Giant’s Causeway', 'The Bodach of the Grey Coat', 'The Pot of Gold', 'Tír na n-Óg' and 'The White Gander'. Irish fairy tales and legends are full of enchantment, brave deeds and lost loves. Told from generation to generation, they are as fascinating now as they were to their original listeners.

In this guide to Celtic Mythology, several stories are not only outlined, but narrated elaborately. Others are quickly mentioned, and some historical background about the Celts, Irish, and Scottish is provided to set the stage. Overall, a fantastic guide to both be entertained and informed. Get started now!

Bernie is new to the area. Neighborhood drama draws him into the community in a hurry. With help (?) from an established busy-body and a relative with issues, he tries to solve the mystery. He never really thought much about Leprechauns before now. Is there a connection or is it all in his very Irish imagination?

From the author of Aevalorn Tales comes a dark fantasy story about trifling with fate. In the heart of the Aevalorn Parishes, the halfling folk prepare to celebrate the end of the Dark Days with warmth and camaraderie. But for Elina Hogsbreath, owner of the Swindle & Swine, this time heralds a troubling tradition. Horwich Cobbleberry is a vain and pompous halfling who has made it his habit to drink from a magical cup once a year, again endangering the inn and everyone in it. Having enough of Horwich’s false promises to forego the ritual, Elina takes matters into her own hands. Fans of ...

The first three books in the Irish Village Mystery series are included in this edition: Murder in an Irish Village, Murder at an Irish Wedding, and Murder in an Irish Churchyard.