The Scottish Fairy Book

This anthology gathers the rich tapestry of Scotland’s oral tradition, presenting both the sweeping Celtic quests of heroes who face three successive giants and the more intimate, everyday encounters with the land’s hidden spirits. The stories were first whispered in Highland and island clachan, then carefully collected and retold, offering listeners a window into a world where danger and wonder walk side by side.

Within its pages you’ll meet mischievous brownies that mend chores in secret, haunting kelpies that lure the unwary, and graceful merfolk who glide between sea and shore. The tone swings from the eerie and austere of ancient superstition to the light‑hearted charm of midnight dances on dewy grass. Ideal for both young ears and the curious adult, the collection invites you to explore a folklore that has fascinated princes and peasants alike for centuries.