
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS
"SHOULD YOU ASK ME, WHENCE THESE STORIES?"
I. O'DONOGHUE
II. THE BIG POOR PEOPLE
III. THE LITTLE GOOD PEOPLE
IV. THE CLEVERNESS OF MORTALS
V. THE TIME FOR NAGGENEEN'S PLAN
VI. LITTLE KATHLEEN AND LITTLE TERENCE
VII. A CHAPTER THAT YOU CAN SKIP
VIII. THE STARS IN THE WATER
This volume invites listeners into the enchanting world of Irish folklore, where the invisible realm of fairies and spirits slips quietly into everyday life. The author weaves a personal tale that threads together dozens of traditional legends, presenting them as a single, lively tapestry rather than isolated curiosities. As the story unfolds, familiar motifs—talking swans, mischievous changelings, and ancient kings riding mist‑filled rivers—appear, each rooted in the rich oral tradition of the Emerald Isle.
Interspersed between the main narrative are short, authentic folk tales that have been lovingly retold, preserving their original charm while making them accessible to modern ears. Listeners will hear the humor of a farmer’s clever retort, the solemnity of a blessing spoken over a humble sack, and the wonder of a hidden kingdom revealed in a fleeting glimpse of light. The collection captures the timeless magic that has kept Ireland’s fairy lore alive for generations, offering a warm and immersive listening experience.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (365K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Garcia, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Kentuckiana Digital Library)
Release date
2006-07-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1863–1902
Best known for retelling myth, legend, and music for younger readers, this American writer and journalist brought King Arthur, Wagner, and Irish folklore into clear, lively prose. His books often paired literary storytelling with a strong sense of wonder.
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