James Stephens (1882-1950), an Irish poet and story writer much admired by James Joyce, was famous for his retelling of Irish folk tales and mythology. This collection of ten tales includes "The Boyhood of Fionn", "Oisin's Mother" and "The Wooing of Becfola".

Immerse yourself in a world of fairy queens and Celtic warriors in this remarkable collection of Irish folk tales. Set in 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 Birth of Bran - The Enchanted Cav of Cesh Corran - Mongan's Frenzy - The Carl of the Drab Coat This gorgeous edition presents beloved tales in a beautiful cloth-bound hardback with silver foil.

From the epic Irish legend of Cuchulain to tales of banshees, leprechauns and wizards, these short stories and fables cover a wide range of Ireland's mythology and legends, forming a companion volume to Michael Scott's Irish Folk and Fairy Tales.

Лицензионное издание, выпущенное на виниле. Содержание альбома: A Fairy Tale, Rhubarb!, Denis James The Clown, Steam Tugs, Good Old 59 (We Are Slowly Gettin Older), The World Will End Yesterday, James In The Basement, I Am Nearly There, Denis James (Ode To D.J.), Mainliner, Reality, The Bath Song

Лицензионное издание, выпущенное на виниле. Содержание альбома: A Fairy Tale, Rhubarb!, Denis James The Clown, Steam Tugs, Good Old 59 (We Are Slowly Gettin Older), The World Will End Yesterday, James In The Basement, I Am Nearly There, Denis James (Ode To D.J.), Mainliner, Reality, The Bath Song

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers along for a fun and surprising adventure with Pete the Cat! In Pete the Cat and the Lost Tooth, the tooth fairy asks Pete for some help. But it's not easy being the tooth fairy for Pete when a tooth goes missing-will he be able to find the lost tooth before it's too late? Beginning readers will love Pete's adventure as the tooth fairy in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean. My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child.

Illustrated by John D. Batten. Stories selected by Jennifer Chandler, The Folklore Society. The captivating Irish stories collected in this new edition include both comic tales such as Paddy O’Kelly and the Weasel, and tales of heroes from ancient literature such as How Cormac Mac Art went to Faery. By turns funny, fantastical and mysterious, the stories are matched in liveliness by the original illustrations of John D. Batten. It would be hard to find a better introduction for children to the special magic of Celtic storytelling. The stories in this book are taken from Joseph Jacob’s classic two-volume collection Celtic Fairy Tales (1891-2) and More Celtic Fairy Tales (1894).

The captivating Irish stories collected in this new edition include both comic tales such as 'Paddy O'Kelly and the Weasel', and tales of heroes from ancient literature such as 'How Cormac Mac Art went to Faery'. By turns funny, fantastical and mysterious, the stories are matched in liveliness by the original illustrations of John D. Batten. It would be hard to find a better introduction for children to the special magic of Celtic storytelling. The stories in this book are taken from Joseph Jacob's classic two-volume collection Celtic Fairy Tales (1891-2) and More Celtic Fairy Tales (1894).

Уильям Йейтс - один из самых известных ирландских поэтов в мировой литературе, признанный мастер слова, лауреат Нобелевской премии по литературе 1923 года. "Ирландские сказания" - это настоящая антология ирландского фольклора, собранного и выпущенного под редакцией Йейтса. В сборник вошли самые удивительные истории и рассказы. Читателя ждут невероятные приключения, потрясающий эпос и незабываемые сказки, которые покоряют читателей во всём мире уже более 100 лет. Читайте зарубежную литературу в оригинале.

Illustrated by John D. Batten. Stories selected by Jennifer Chandler, The Folklore Society. The captivating Irish stories collected in this new edition include both comic tales such as Paddy O’Kelly and the Weasel, and tales of heroes from ancient literature such as How Cormac Mac Art went to Faery. By turns funny, fantastical and mysterious, the stories are matched in liveliness by the original illustrations of John D. Batten. It would be hard to find a better introduction for children to the special magic of Celtic storytelling. The stories in this book are taken from Joseph Jacob’s classic two-volume collection Celtic Fairy Tales (1891-2) and More Celtic Fairy Tales (1894).

James Joyce, full name James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (1882–1941) - a famous Irish novelist. He is noted for his experimental use of language and exploration of new literary methods in such large works of fiction as Ulysses (1922) and Finnegans Wake (1939).A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is Joyce’s first novel. Written in a modernist style, it traces the religious and intellectual awakening of young Stephen Dedalus, who comes to realize that before he can become an artist, he must rid himself of the overarching effects of the religion, politics and essential bigotry of his background. He questions and rebels against the Catholic and Irish conventions

James Joyce, full name James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (1882–1941) - a famous Irish novelist. He is noted for his experimental use of language and exploration of new literary methods in such large works of fiction as Ulysses (1922) and Finnegans Wake (1939). A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is Joyce’s first novel. Written in a modernist style, it traces the religious and intellectual awakening of young Stephen Dedalus, who comes to realize that before he can become an artist, he must rid himself of the overarching effects of the religion, politics and essential bigotry of his background. He questions and rebels against the Catholic and Irish conventions.

James Joyce, full name James Augustine Aloysius Joyce (1882–1941) - a famous Irish novelist. He is noted for his experimental use of language and exploration of new literary methods in such large works of fiction as Ulysses (1922) and Finnegans Wake (1939).A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is Joyce’s first novel. Written in a modernist style, it traces the religious and intellectual awakening of young Stephen Dedalus, who comes to realize that before he can become an artist, he must rid himself of the overarching effects of the religion, politics and essential bigotry of his background. He questions and rebels against the Catholic and Irish conventions

A complete collection of much loved Irish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound into a beautiful new edition. Enjoy the rich mythical history of Ireland from the arrival of the Tuatha De Danann on the island and their great battles with the Fomorians right up to the modern day fairytales of Irish storytelling. Including the Ulster Cycle, and the Fenian Cycle, the book features heroes such as Cuchulainn and Fionn Mac Cumhaill, and many traditional favourites such as The Children of Lir.

James Joyce (1882-1941) was an Irish novelist, short story writer, and poet. This volume includes the only extant play in three acts by the great writer "Exiles". There are obvious parallels to be drawn with Joyce's own life. However, "Exiles" is by no means straightforwardly autobiographical.

James Joyce (1882-1941) was an Irish novelist, short story writer, and poet. This volume includes the only extant play in three acts by the great writer "Exiles". There are obvious parallels to be drawn with Joyce's own life. However, "Exiles" is by no means straightforwardly autobiographical.