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The Crock of Gold by James Stephens

The Crock of Gold (1912), one of three original novels by James Stephens, is a work only a master of fiction and folklore could imagine. Taking up the major philosophical and psychological concerns of the early-twentieth century--over a decade before works by T.S. Eliot,... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold

By James Stephens

The Crock of Gold is a novel written by James Stephens and published in 1912.

A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes," it consists of 6 books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The... Read Full Overview

When a crock of gold belonging to the leprechauns of Gort na Cloca disappears, strange things begin to happen. Brigid and Seumas, the children of Philosopher and the Thin Woman of Inis Magrath are kidnapped; and even more unusual, the ancient god Pam is seen playing in the fields... Read Full Overview

IN the centre of the pine wood called Coilla Doraca there lived not long ago two Philosophers. They were wiser than anything else in the world except the Salmon who lies in the pool of Glyn Cagny into which the nuts of knowledge fall from the hazel bush on its bank. He, of course,... Read Full Overview

When their hidden gold is stolen, the leprechauns of Gort na Cloca seek revenge from local villagers. Captivating, unique fantasy, written by one of modern Ireland's best-loved authors, abounds with bizarre adventures, curious characters, and weird sights. A wise and beautiful... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold is a novel written by James Stephens and published in 1912. Some editions have a foreword by Walter de la Mare. Truly unique, it is a mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the battle of the sexes all with charm, humour and good grace.

"The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the ""battle of the sexes"", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two Gods, Book 4 - The Philosophers Return, Book 5 - The Policemen, Book 6 - The Thin Woman's Journey,... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

"The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the ""battle of the sexes"", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

"The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the ""battle of the sexes"", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the "battle of the sexes", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview

"The Crock of Gold is a comic novel written by Irish author James Stephens, first published in 1912.A mixture of philosophy, Irish folklore and the ""battle of the sexes"", it consists of six books, Book 1 - The Coming of Pan, Book 2 - The Philosophers Journey, Book 3 - The Two... Read Full Overview