The King with Horse's Ears and Other Irish Folktales (Folktales of the World)

By Batt Burns

Book Overview

Storytelling is one of Ireland's oldest and grandest traditions, and these vivid tales of far-off days will introduce young readers to the country's irresistible folklore. Here are brave warriors with superhuman skills, monster dogs with blazing eyes, fairy folk and leprechauns, and the magical land of Tir na n g . Author Batt Burns grew up with these beloved characters and legends, and he captures all their enchanting language and flights of fancy. Exquisite art by Igor Oleynikov enhances every tale. Contents include: - The King with Horse's Ears - The Greedy Barber - Ois n in the Land of the Ever Young - Back from the Fairies - Paying the Rent - A Clever Leprechaun - The Lost Island of Lonesome Seals - And many more

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1402737726
• ISBN13: 9781402737725
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.3" x 0.8" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7