Irish Fairy Tales (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781515444855)

In IRISH FAIRY TALES James Stephens masterfully retells ten Irish legends. The writing is crisp, humorous, and accessible. His familiarity with the subject matter is deeply impressive and he brings the tales to vibrant life. While reading this book you'll be convinced that you are actually visiting a long lost island of Ireland filled with magic, fairies, and heroes. Lavishly and beautifully illustrated in both full color and black and white by Arthur Rackhan. Stories include:

The Story of Tuan Mac Cairill
The Boyhood of Fionn
The Birth of Bran
Oisin's Mother
The Wooing of Becfola
The Little Brawl at Allen
The Carl of the Drab Coat
The Enchanted Cave of Cesh Corran
Becuma of the White Skin
Mongan's Frenzy