Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland

This compact volume gathers forty of the most vivid Irish fairy tales from the south of the island, trimmed from the original three‑volume set to give listeners a smoother, more focused experience. The stories are accompanied by charming wood‑engravings that bring the spectral hills, moonlit lakes and mischievous sprites to life, while concise notes at the end of each tale explain the local superstitions and classifications without overwhelming the narrative.

Among the legends you’ll hear of the ever‑changing fairy queen who haunts the peak of Knocksheogowna, confronting a lone herdsman with terrifying transformations—horse, dragon‑tailed beast, even a limping man with a bull’s head. Other favorites introduce the mournful banshee’s wail, the mischievous Phooka, and the frolicsome Shefro, each offering a glimpse into Ireland’s rich “fairy creed.” The collection balances enchantment with caution, inviting listeners to wander through a world where the ordinary and the otherworldly intertwine.