
LEGENDS & ROMANCES
PREFACE
ILLUSTRATIONS
CHAPTER I: THE LAND, THE PEOPLE AND THEIR STORY
CHAPTER II: MENHIRS AND DOLMENS
CHAPTER III: THE FAIRIES OF BRITTANY
CHAPTER IV: SPRITES AND DEMONS OF BRITTANY
CHAPTER V: WORLD-TALES IN BRITTANY
CHAPTER VI: BRETON FOLK-TALES
CHAPTER VIII: HERO-TALES OF BRITTANY
Delve into the mist‑shrouded world of Brittany, where ancient stone circles and craggy coastlines whisper of a past steeped in wonder. This collection gathers the region’s most vivid legends—fairy‑women who dance on moonlit dunes, mischievous sprites haunting moors, and heroic warriors whose deeds echo Arthurian myth. Illustrated with striking plates, each tale is adapted to convey the humor, bravery, and mystery that have long lived in Breton villages.
Beyond the enchanting folk‑tales, the volume offers glimpses of the “black art” practiced in hidden coves, the sacred lives of local saints, and the lyrical lays of medieval poets. Readers are treated to vivid portraits of customs, costumes, and the everyday life that frames these stories, making the culture feel immediate and alive. Whether you’re drawn to ethereal fairies or rugged heroic saga, the anthology opens a portal to a Celtic realm that still lives in the imagination of its people.
Language
en
Duration
~11 hours (685K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Katherine Ward, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2010-01-06
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1874–1955
A lively guide to myths, folklore, and lost worlds, this Scottish writer brought ancient legends to a wide popular audience. His books range from Celtic tradition to Atlantis, always with a taste for mystery and storytelling.
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