This special edition of 'Fairy Legends and Traditions of the South of Ireland' was written by Thomas Crofton Croker, and first published in 1825, making it just a few years short of two-centuries old.The book features sections on The Cluricaune, The Banshee, The Phooka, The Fir Darrig, Treasure Legends, and much more. This is the third edition of the book and is significantly expanded.
This fantastic antiquarian text is filled with the fascinating legends and folklore of the Little People - the many different types of Fairy Folk from the rich tapestry of Ireland's tradition and lore.
This book is an absolute must-have for all those interested in old folklore and legends in general, and those enthused by the old stories from the Emerald Isle in particular.
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NOTE: This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally enhanced. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed.
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