fairy and folk tales of ireland
Fairy and Folk Tales of Ireland
Yeats has brought together the work of the best Irish folklorists, including Lady Wilde and Douglas Hyde. These stories recreate a mystical vanished world, where banshees and leprechauns, changelings and bewitched animals live alongside men and women. Complied by W.B. Yeats.
913 Руб.
Irish Fairy & Folk Tales
Immerse yourself in a world of fairy queens and Celtic warriors in this remarkable collection of Irish folk tales. Set in Medieval Ireland, this collection of 10 stories were gathered in the late 19th and early 20th century by writer James Stephens, described by James Joyce as 'my rival, the latest Irish genius'. The lyricism and humour within these retellings are unequalled and provide wonderful insight into the culture and traditions of Ireland. Drawn from the Fenian Cycle of Irish mythology, they include: - The Birth of Bran - The Enchanted Cav of Cesh Corran - Mongan's Frenzy - The Carl of the Drab Coat This gorgeous edition presents beloved tales in a beautiful cloth-bound hardback with silver foil.
2842 Руб.
Scott Michael Irish Myths And Legends
From the epic Irish legend of Cuchulain to tales of banshees, leprechauns and wizards, these short stories and fables cover a wide range of Ireland's mythology and legends, forming a companion volume to Michael Scott's Irish Folk and Fairy Tales.
2058 Руб.
Brothers Grimm Grimm's Fairy Tales
A collection of fairy tales and folk stories from master storytellers the Brothers Grimm, this volume brings together some of their best-loved stories.
1710 Руб.
Brothers Grimm Grimm's Fairy Tales
The Brothers Grimm rediscovered a host of fairy tales, telling of princes and princesses in their castles, witches in their towers and forests, of giants and dwarfs, of fabulous animals and dark deeds. This selection of their folk tales was made and translated by Lucy Crane, and includes firm favourites such as Rapunzel, The Goose Girl, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White. It is illustrated throughout by Walter Crane's charming line drawings.
734 Руб.
Brothers Grimm Grimm s Fairy Tales
The Brothers Grimm rediscovered a host of fairy tales, telling of princes and princesses in their castles, witches in their towers and forests, of giants and dwarfs, of fabulous animals and dark deeds. This selection of their folk tales was made and translated by Lucy Crane, and includes firm favourites such as Rapunzel, The Goose Girl, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White. It is illustrated throughout by Walter Crane's charming line drawings.
394 Руб.
Brothers Grimm Grimm s Fairy Tales
The Brothers Grimm rediscovered a host of fairy tales, telling of princes and princesses in their castles, witches in their towers and forests, of giants and dwarfs, of fabulous animals and dark deeds. This selection of their folk tales was made and translated by Lucy Crane, and includes firm favourites such as Rapunzel, The Goose Girl, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel and Snow White. It is illustrated throughout by Walter Crane's charming line drawings.
394 Руб.
Jacobs Joseph Celtic Folk & Fairy Tales. Magical Stories from the Lands of the Celts
A definitive collection of stories from Celtic folklore told by a master storyteller. Drawing on the wonderful mythology of Ireland from traditional tales handed down in Gaelic through the generations, Celtic Fairy Tales features wondrous magic, beguiling witchcraft, conniving leprechauns, terrifying sea monsters and gallant heroes. This volume features 26 charming tales, including: • The Shepherd of Myddvai • The Story of Deirdre • The Sea-Maiden • Beth Gellert • The Battle of the Birds
1951 Руб.
Rhodes Immacula A. StoryTime STEM: Folk & Fairy Tales K-2
Many favorite folk and fairy tales offer a perfect segue for introducing young children to early STEM concepts. Children explore ways to help the Gingerbread Man cross the river, design sturdy homes for the Three Little Pigs, build a wolf-proof fence for Little Red Riding Hood's grandmother, and more. Each folk and fairy tale comes with three STEM activities and companion recording sheets. A joyful way to spark a love of science in little learners!
2888 Руб.
Grimm Jacob & Wilhelm Grimm's Fairy Tales
The example by which many others have followed, the Brothers Grimm collected the stories of German folk lore in an act of romantic nationalism. They believed that the best way to preserve history was through linguistic traditions and that fairy tales were most representative of a place.
1630 Руб.
Carter Angela The Bloody Chamber
Fairy tales retold and interwoven by a master of seductive, luminous storytelling. Discover Angela Carter's classic feminist retelling of favourite fairy tales interwoven by a master of seductive, luminous storytelling. From familiar fairy tales and legends - Red Riding Hood, Bluebeard, Puss in Boots, Beauty and the Beast, vampires and werewolves - Angela Carter has created an absorbing collection of dark, sensual, fantastic stories.
4294 Руб.
Little Red Riding-Hood and Other Stories
Not everyone is happy at the end of the classic "Little Red Riding-Hood" (and we're thinking of the wolf, here), but Grandma and Little Red are "not much the worse for wear" in this droll telling. Here too are "Puss in Boots"; "The Three Wishes"; and "The Musicians of Bremen." Taken from The Macmillan Treasury of Nursery Stories, this collection of folk tales and fairy tales for all ages features Anna Currey's sweet-faced, finely detailed watercolor cartoons accompanying faithful retellings by Mary Hoffman, a nominee for Britain's Children's Laureate post, 2011-2013.
282 Руб.
Grimm Jacob & Wilhelm The Complete Fairy Tales
Your favourite fantastic Grimm fairy tales and bedtime stories in the only complete edition of this classic collection. Wolves and grandmothers, ugly sisters, a house made of bread, a goose made of gold...the folk tales collected by the Grimm brothers created an astonishingly influential imaginative world. However, this is also a world where a woman serves her stepson up in a stew, a man marries a snake, a princess sleeps with a frog, and an evil queen dances to death in a pair of burning shoes. Violent, funny, disturbing, wise and sometimes beautiful, these stories have intrigued children, adults, scholars, psychologists and artists for centuries. The only complete edition available of the most famous collection of fairy tales ever published, this collection features the 279 stories in an acclaimed, modern, unexpurgated translation. Now featuring an introduction from translator Jack Zipes.
2790 Руб.
Fanning Kieran Irish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends
A complete collection of much loved Irish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound into a beautiful new edition. Enjoy the rich mythical history of Ireland from the arrival of the Tuatha De Danann on the island and their great battles with the Fomorians right up to the modern day fairytales of Irish storytelling. Including the Ulster Cycle, and the Fenian Cycle, the book features heroes such as Cuchulainn and Fionn Mac Cumhaill, and many traditional favourites such as The Children of Lir.
1072 Руб.
Philip Claire A Treasury of Fairy Tales
This covertable hardback treasury brings together best-loved folk tales from around the world, lavishly illustrated in full-colour by award-winning illustrator Helena Perez Garcia. Young readers can step into the world of fantastical lands and endless adventure with this beautiful collection of fairy tales. Each page is brought to life by vibrant illustrations featuring unforgettable characters, from wicked wolves to mighty magicians. Tales include: • Cinderella • Puss in Boots • The Princess and the Pea • Little Red Riding Hood • The Three Bears • Snow White • Thumbelina • Aladdin By turns funny, touching, and thrillingly exciting, these timeless tales are sure to spark a lifelong love of readers. Perfect for children aged 4+.
3246 Руб.
Richards Justin Doctor Who. Time Lord Fairy Tales Slipcase Edition
With 16 hardback books each containing a fairy tale set in the world of Doctor Who, this slipcase edition of Time Lord Fairy Tales includes a brand new story for 2016: The Emperor Dalek's New Clothes. Time Lord Fairy Tales contains legendary stories of monsters, mysteries, villains and heroes from across the Whoniverse. A beautifully illustrated collection of dark and dangerous Whovian fairy tales, this slipcase is the perfect gift for any Doctor Who fan.
8226 Руб.