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The Faerie Isle

Tales and Traditions of Ireland’s Forgotten

by Síne Quinn

Narrator Aoife McMahon

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Length 1 hour 50 minutes

Language English

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“Such a captivating exploration of Irish folklore! What sets this book apart is that it not only delves into Irish folklore, but it also highlights connections with folklore from other cultures. Quinn also weaves together every folklore with an accompanying tale to create a rich experience of stories. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore, especially Irish folklore! Or even if you are soon traveling to Ireland!”
— Takyra • The End Bookstore

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This entrancing collection of Irish fairy folk will enchant young lovers of the mystical, the magical, and the occult.

Watch for seal-skinned selkies coming to shore every ninth day to dance—but keep a safe distance, lest you become mesmerized. If you spy a fair mermaid combing her hair whilst sitting upon a rock, look away, as that could be bad luck indeed. And legend has it that just one encounter with the silver-tongued fairy known as the Charmer may leave a person lovesick and heartbroken. This gorgeous book offers illuminating introductions to fifteen remarkable fairies, the lesser-known heroes and villains of Irish folklore, from tiny leprechauns to enormous giants, trickster spirits to slippery shape-shifters.

Stories inspired by tales from the Irish National Folklore Collection and a look at each fae’s traits and origins make this a keepsake collection and a gift to be treasured.

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Síne Quinn is a writer and editor with an MPhil in children’s literature. She is a creative writing facilitator with the Bookmarks program at Trinity College Dublin, a writing program for elementary students, as well as a book doctor for Children’s Books Ireland. Síne Quinn lives in Ireland.

Aoife McMahon is an experienced actor and voiceover artist. Trained at RADA, she has since appeared in leading roles for the Royal Shakespeare Company, National Theatre, Young Vic, Royal Court, and the Abbey in Dublin. She has also appeared in numerous television projects on both sides of the Atlantic and was awarded the Canadian Gemini Award for best actress in a leading role. An Earphones Award winner, she has narrated over sixty audiobooks.