Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry by W. B. Yeats
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"Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of fairy tales and folklore written in the late 19th century. This anthology brings to life the rich tradition of Irish storytelling, featuring mystical beings and legends from the Irish countryside. With tales that include characters such as fairies, pookas, and ghosts, Y...
The opening of this collection introduces the concept of fairies, commonly viewed as fallen angels by the peasantry, and outlines their mischievous yet capricious nature. Yeats shares anecdotes and firsthand accounts of the Irish people's beliefs in these elusive beings, describing their interactions with humans and the traditions surrounding their existence. These tales set the stage for deeper explorations of individual stories throughout the anthology, framing a world where the mundane intersects with the magical, and the supernatural still echoes in the lives of those who inhabit rural Ireland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Robert Jackson
2 months agoHaving read this twice, the technical accuracy of the content is spot on. I learned so much from this.
Joseph Nguyen
6 days agoBelieve the hype, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Daniel Carter
1 month agoMake no mistake, it provides a comprehensive overview that is perfect for students and experts alike. I will be reading more from this author.
Charles Robinson
2 weeks agoAs someone who reads a lot, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. Absolutely essential reading.
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Michael Williams
2 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. It was exactly what I needed right now.