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Irish Myths & Legends Ita Daly

Irish Myths & Legends By Ita Daly

Irish Myths & Legends by Ita Daly


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Summary

Here are stories of bravery and of magic, of heroes, fairies and leprechauns. These are the favourite myths and legends of Ireland, evocatively retold by Irish writer Ita Daly.

Irish Myths & Legends Summary

Irish Myths & Legends by Ita Daly

In this beautiful collection Ita Daly retells favourite stories at the heart of Irish storytelling tradition. Read about King Balor and his evil eye that kills enemies at a glance - can brave young warrior Lugh of the Long Arm save the day? What will happen to the children of Lir turned into swans by their jealous stepmother? Find out what is in store for wicked Cuchulainn and his magic knife. Here are ten thrilling adventures of heroes and princesses, fairies and leprechauns - stories of love, revenge, magic, and glory, all evocatively illustrated in colour by Bee Willey.

Irish Myths & Legends Reviews

Readers who pick up this collection of retellings by Ita Daly will find themselves enchanted by her light touch, which at the same time tunnels to the heart of these tales of joy, sorrow and magic. * Children's Books in Ireland *
The charming illustrations are very colourful and rather quirky. Ita Daly tells these stories with flair and includes some lesser known stories among the usual standard ones. * Irish Post *

About Ita Daly


Ita Daly is a children's author and a two-time winner of the Hennessy Literary Award. Other children's books include Candy on the Dart (Poolbeg Press), Candy and Sharon: Ole (Poolbeg Press).

Bee Willey is an illutstrator shortlisted for the 2003 Kate Greenaway Award for Bob Robber and Dancing Jane by Andrew Matthews (Red Fox). Other books include 100 World Myths and Legends, by Geraldine McCaughrean (Orion), Michael Rosen's ABC (Millbrook Press), and The Jesse Tree by Geraldine McCaughrean (Lion Publishing).

Additional information

GOR001153594
9780192754547
0192754548
Irish Myths & Legends by Ita Daly
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Oxford University Press
2006-03-02
96
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Irish Myths & Legends