The Faerie Isle: Tales and Traditions of Ireland’s Forgotten

Written by Síne Quinn, Dermot Flynn - illustrator

Narrated by Aoife McMahon

Length

1h 50m

Series

Book 0, Tales and Traditions of Ireland’s Forgotten

This entrancing collection of Irish fairy folk will enchant young lovers of the mystical, the magical, and the occult. Watch for seal-skinned selkies coming to shore every ninth day to dance—but keep a safe distance, lest you become mesmerized. If you spy a fair mermaid combing her hair whilst sitting upon a rock, look away, as that could be bad luck indeed. And legend has it that just one encounter with the silver-tongued fairy known as the Charmer may leave a person lovesick and heartbroken. This gorgeous book offers illuminating introductions to fifteen remarkable fairies, the lesser-known heroes and villains of Irish folklore, from tiny leprechauns to enormous giants, trickster spirits to slippery shape-shifters. Stories inspired by tales from the Irish National Folklore Collection and a look at each fae’s traits and origins make this a keepsake collection and a gift to be treasured.