Tales of the Emerald Isle: Or, Legends of Ireland

By Rebecca Warren Brown and A Lady of Boston

Book Overview

Tales Of The Emerald Isle: Or Legends Of Ireland is a book written by an anonymous author who refers to herself as ""A Lady Of Boston"" and was first published in 1828. The book is a collection of Irish folktales and legends that have been passed down through generations of Irish people. The tales are set in various parts of Ireland and cover a wide range of subjects, including fairies, witches, ghosts, and other supernatural beings.The book is divided into several sections, each containing a number of tales. The first section is dedicated to tales of the fairies, who are a common feature of Irish folklore. These tales describe the various types of fairies and their habits, as well as the ways in which they interact with humans.The second section of the book focuses on witches and their activities. The tales in this section describe the various powers that witches possess and the ways in which they use them to harm or help people.The third section of the book contains stories about ghosts and other supernatural beings. These tales describe the various types of ghosts that are said to haunt Ireland and the ways in which they interact with the living.Throughout the book, the author provides detailed descriptions of the landscapes and scenery of Ireland, as well as the customs and traditions of the people who live there. The book is written in a style that is both engaging and informative, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Irish folklore and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120869161
• ISBN13: 9781120869166
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"