"This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Step into a world where castles shimmer in the mist and mischievous fairies flit among ancient trees. 'Irish Fairy Tales' by James Stephens will whisk you away on an unforgettable journey through Ireland's magical past. Encounter shapeshifting heroes, outwit cunning leprechauns, and delve into fantastical realms where anything is possible. Be prepared for talking animals, daring quests, and a touch of otherworldly wonder on every page. So, open this book and discover the timeless tales that have captivated hearts for generations."
"One of the great novels in the Irish comic tradition, The Crock of Gold (1912) consists of six parts. Bringing together pagan gods, policemen, prisoners, leprechauns and animals, the narrative concerns a philosopher and his quest to find the most beautiful woman in the world, Cáitilin Ni Murrachu, who has been abducted by the god Pan. His journey takes him from dark forests to the spectacular heights of pagan gods, as he experiences encounters that will change him forever.
With its unique combination of philosophy and Irish folklore, The Crock of Gold is full of humour, its central themes including the battle of the sexes and the difference between men and women."
"The Easter Rising was a rebellion staged in Ireland in Easter Week, 1916. The Rising was an attempt by militant Irish republicans to win independence from Britain by force of arms. This account was written by Irish novelist James Stephens, who lived and worked in Dublin at the time. (Summary from Wikipedia and iremonger)"
"The soul of Irish wit is captured in this unique tale of a barstool philosopher, the concluding story from 'Here Are Ladies' by James Stephens. (Introduction by iremonger)"
"The Crock of Gold is a fairy tale, which, like a winding Irish country road, wanders through a charming landscape of creatures little and large, mysterious and plain, mortal and immortal; each with his, her or its own opinion on which way the world spins and to what end."
