Scottish Traditional Tales

Author : Alan Bruford,Donald A. Macdonald
Publisher : Birlinn Ltd
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007-07-07
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780857909701

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Scottish Traditional Tales by Alan Bruford,Donald A. Macdonald Pdf

All over the world traditional tales used to be told at the fireseide until their place came to be taken by books, newspapers, radio and television. This is an entertaining collection from Scotland, recorded and collected by researchers from the School of Scottish Studies at Edinburgh University over the past fifty years. Taken from a variety of sources, from the Hebridean Gaelic tradition to recordings of Lowland cairds (travelling people), some are well-known tales which have equivalents in other cultures and languages, whilst others are unique to Scotland. The tales are arranged by theme: - tall tales - hero tales - legends of ghosts and evil spirits - tales of fate and religion - fairies and sea-folk - children's tales - trickster tales - tales of clan feuds - robber tales This is a welcome reprint of a book that quickly established itself as a classic. It was previously published by Polygon.

Author : Various
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750992879

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The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales by Various Pdf

This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press' popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From the Spaeman's peculiar advice and a laird who is transformed into a frog, to a fugitive hiding in a dark cave and the stoor worm battling with Assipattle, this book celebrates the distinct character of Scotland's different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

Author : Theresa Breslin
Publisher : Illustrated Scottish Treasuries
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Children's stories, Scottish
ISBN : 0863159079

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An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales by Theresa Breslin Pdf

Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.

Author : George Douglas
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780486119786

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Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales by George Douglas Pdf

Treasury of fanciful, picturesque narratives tell of brownies, kelpies, mermen, and other supernatural creatures that assist, annoy, and otherwise meddle in the lives of simple Scottish country folk. A delightful collection of imaginative and entertaining nursery and fairy tales, animal fables, witchcraft lore, and stories with a comic twist.

Author : Judy Paterson
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-09
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780750981996

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Scottish Folk Tales for Children by Judy Paterson Pdf

A giant sea monster ... trees that can dance ... a water-horse ... a girl so clever she outwits a giant ... Welcome to the world of the Scottish folk tale – a world of talking animals, mischief-making witches, giants, trolls, bold girls, reckless boys and, of course, the Wee Folk.These stories – specially chosen to be enjoyed by 7 to 11-year-old readers – burst with adventure and glitter with magic. As old as the mountains and the glens, these well- loved tales are retold by storyteller Judy Paterson.

Author : Mairi Kidd
Publisher : Scholastic UK
Page : 147 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780702304972

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Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends by Mairi Kidd Pdf

A complete collection of Scottish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound in a beautiful new edition. From the mysterious cat-faced lady whose magic allows a servant girl to attend a prince's ball, to the princess who meets an enchanted frog; from ogres and hooded crows, to faery bagpipers and shape-shifting monsters... This book includes traditional favourites that readers will love to spot, alongside classic myths and legends from Scottish heritage.

Author : Barbara Ker Wilson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Folk literature
ISBN : 0192741411

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Scottish Folk-tales and Legends by Barbara Ker Wilson Pdf

Folktales tell the stories of clans, mermaids, castles, fairies, giants, and adventurers.

Author : Philip Wilson
Publisher : Lomond Publications, Incorporated
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN : 1842040928

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Scottish Fairy Tales by Philip Wilson Pdf

Author : Gordon Jarvie
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780141900209

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Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales from Burns to Buchan by Gordon Jarvie Pdf

Mystery and excitement abound in this lively collection of fairy tales, folklore and legends, which celebrate Scotland's enormously rich oral tradition and offers a carefully chosen combination of old favourites such as Tam Lin, Thomas Rymer and Adam Bell, as well as more modern stories by master story-tellers like Andrew Lang, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and John Buchan.

Author : Duncan Williamson
Publisher : Floris Books
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013-08-22
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781782500278

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The Flight of the Golden Bird by Duncan Williamson Pdf

Duncan Williamson, one of Scotland's Travelling People, has been celebrated as the bearer of Scotland's greatest national treasure: the richest trove of story and song in Europe. In this collection, he passes on some of these wonderful children's folk and fairy tales, collected from sixty years of travelling around Scotland. This collection includes stories about silver horses and golden birds, cunning lions and trilling nightingales, brave princesses and magic scarecrows, the four seasons and old Father Time. At the heart of each story is a lesson about life and what it means to be a good person. The stories have been written down as faithfully as possible to Duncan's unique storytelling voice, full of colour, humour and life.

Author : Tom Muir
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2014-03-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750955331

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Orkney Folk Tales by Tom Muir Pdf

The Orkney Islands are a place of mystery and magic, where the past and the present meet, ancient standing stones walk and burial mounds are the home of the trows. Orkney Folk Tales walks the reader across invisible islands that are home to fin folk and mermaids, and seals that are often far more than they appear to be. Here Orkney witches raise storms and predict the outcome of battles, ghosts seek revenge and the Devil sits in the rafters of St Magnus Cathedral, taking notes! Using ancient tales told by the firesides of the Picts and Vikings, storyteller Tom Muir takes the reader on a magical journey where he reveals how the islands were created from the teeth of a monster, how a giant built lochs and hills in his greed for fertile land, and how the waves are controlled by the hand of a goddess.

Author : Lari Don
Publisher : Kelpies
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Animals, Mythical
ISBN : 1782506276

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The Legend of the First Unicorn by Lari Don Pdf

Once upon a time in Scotland, a young prince had lost his smile. Discover the origins of the first unicorn in this enchanting tale of Scotland's national animal.

Author : Kate Forrester
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781452152844

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Celtic Tales by Kate Forrester Pdf

It's an absorbing introduction to the lore of Albion, but readers will also enjoy teasing out similarities between these tales and more familiar ones." — Publishers Weekly Perilous quests, true love, and animals that talk: The traditional stories of Ireland, Scotland, Brittany, and Wales transport us to the fantastical world of Celtic folklore. • This Celtic mythology book features 16 stores that were translated and transcribed by folklorists in the late 19th and 20th centuries that focus on themes such as Tricksters, The Sea, Quests, and Romance and mythological creatures. • These timeless tales brim with wit and magic, and each one is brought to life with elegant silhouette art in this special illustrated edition • Celtic Tales is an extraordinary collection that conjures forgotten realms and rare magical creatures in vivid prose Discover the impactful and stunning illustrations by Kate Forrester in this special edition that is sure to impress any true fan of cultural and mythological literature. Discover delightfully entertaining tales such as Master and Man, The Soul Cages, The Red-Etin, and The Witch of Lok Island. Celtic Tales makes an impressive gift for any fan of greek mythology, roman mythology, Chinese mythology, and folklore and cultural studies from around the globe.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0192750127

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Fairy Tales from Scotland by Anonim Pdf

Thirty-two folk tales from Scotland, including Tam Lin, The Faery and the Kettle, and How Fionn Found his Sword.

Author : Ruchi Mhasane,Janis Mackay
Publisher : Kelpies
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-17
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1782507477

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The Fairy Song by Ruchi Mhasane,Janis Mackay Pdf