Tyrone Folk Tales

Author : Doreen McBride
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2016-11-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750981545

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Tyrone Folk Tales by Doreen McBride Pdf

The people of Tyrone have the reputation for having 'open hearts and a desire to please' and their folk tales are as varied as their landscape. There are the tales of the amazing feats of the giant Finn McCool and the derring-do of the Red Hand of Ulster as well as the dramatic story of Half-Hung MacNaughton and the hilarious tale of Dixon from Dungannon and his meeting with royalty. All these stories and more are featured in this collection of tales which will take you on an oral tour across the country from the Sperrin Mountains in the west to the flat peatlands of the east.

Author : Doreen McBride
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-11-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780750981545

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Tyrone Folk Tales by Doreen McBride Pdf

The people of Tyrone have the reputation for having 'open hearts and a desire to please' and their folk tales are as varied as their landscape. There are the tales of the amazing feats of the giant Finn McCool and the derring-do of the Red Hand of Ulster as well as the dramatic story of Half-Hung MacNaughton and the hilarious tale of Dixon from Dungannon and his meeting with royalty.All these stories and more are featured in this collection of tales which will take you on an oral tour across the country from the Sperrin Mountains in the west to the flat peatlands of the east.

Author : Éamonn Ó Tuathail
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015-11
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 0956562868

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Munterloney Folktales by Éamonn Ó Tuathail Pdf

Sgealta Mhuintir Luinigh / Munterloney Folktales is a unique compendium of Tyrone lore in the Irish language including folktales, legends, songs, proverbs, riddles, charms, toasts and accounts of various calendar and other folk customs. The bulk of its contents was collected between 1929 and 1932 by the Professor of Irish at Trinity College Dublin, Eamonn O Tuathail, and the main body of his material was taken down from Eoin O Cianain, an Irish countryman born in Greencastle and resident in nearby Creggan. The balance was collected earlier in the twentieth century elsewhere in Munterloney by individuals such as Father Cornelius Short, a curate in Termonmagurk, Peadar Mhac Culadh of Glenelly and Pilib de Bhaldraithe, a native of county Mayo. First published in 1933 by Institiuid Bhealoideas Eireann / The Irish Folklore Institute, its republication by Comhairle Bhealoideas Eireann / The Folklore of Ireland Council eighty-two years later marks a landmark event in the history of the Irish-language culture of Tyrone. This new edition of Sgealta Mhuintir Luinigh / Munterloney Folktales comes with a full English translation by Seosamh Watson, former Professor of Modern Irish at University College Dublin (UCD), a foreword by Seamas O Cathain, former Professor of Irish Folklore and former Director of the National Folklore Collection at UCD, and updated folklore notes by Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, also of UCD.

Author : Michael Joseph Murphy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Social Science
ISBN : IND:39000005867523

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Tyrone Folk Quest by Michael Joseph Murphy Pdf

Author : Doreen McBride
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750964470

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Louth Folk Tales by Doreen McBride Pdf

Catch a glimpse of the spirit of Ireland in the entertaining company of professional storyteller Doreen McBride as she recounts the local tales, ancient and modern, of County Louth. You will hear of the doomed love of Lassara and her harpist who haunt the waters of Carlingford Lough, of the origin of the River Boyne and of the jumping church at Kildemock. You will also discover St Brigid's association with Faughart, how the Hound of Ulster recovered from war wounds on the Death Mound of Du Largy, and where you might find leprechaun gold. And on the way you will encounter a killer cat, a fairy horse and the Salmon of Knowledge – as well as some talkative toes. From age-old legends and fantastical myths, to amusing anecdotes and cautionary tales, this collection is a heady mix of bloodthirsty, funny, passionate and moving stories. It will take you into a remarkable world where you can let your imagination run wild.

Author : Doreen McBride
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9780750966832

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Fermanagh Folk Tales by Doreen McBride Pdf

Fermanagh's culture, heritage, characters and stories set it apart from the rest of the world. Every mountain, tree, lake, stream, rock, stone and character tells a tale. There are the strange stories of mythical creatures, such as the Shining Folk that lurk under the surface of Lough Erne, and the fairies that taught the unruly wee Meg Barnileg a lesson. There are spooky tales of the Cooneen poltergeist that haunted the Murphy family and the ghost of Belleek Pottery. And there are the 'pants', or tall tales, that the locals love to retell, such as the stories about 'educated' Irish pigs who understood three languages, talking horses or the pike who went 'fishing' for squirrels. All these stories and more are featured in this unique collection which will take you deep into the heart of this historic county.

Author : Henry Glassie
Publisher : Pantheon
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307828248

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Irish Folk Tales by Henry Glassie Pdf

Here are 125 magnificent folktales collected from anthologies and journals published from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. Beginning with tales of the ancient times and continuing through the arrival of the saints in Ireland in the fifth century, the periods of war and family, the Literary Revival championed by William Butler Yeats, and the contemporary era, these robust and funny, sorrowful and heroic stories of kings, ghosts, fairies, treasures, enchanted nature, and witchcraft are set in cities, villages, fields, and forests from the wild western coast to the modern streets of Dublin and Belfast. Edited by Henry Glassie With black-and-white illustrations throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

Author : Herbert Halpert,J.D.A. Widdowson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1175 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2015-02-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317551492

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Folktales of Newfoundland (RLE Folklore) by Herbert Halpert,J.D.A. Widdowson Pdf

This collection of Newfoundland folk narratives, first published in 1996, grew out of extensive fieldwork in folk culture in the province. The intention was to collect as broad a spectrum of traditional material as possible, and Folktales of Newfoundland is notable not only for the number and quality of its narratives, but also for the format in which they are presented. A special transcription system conveys to the reader the accents and rhythms of each performance, and the endnote to each tale features an analysis of the narrator’s language. In addition, Newfoundland has preserved many aspects of English and Irish folk tradition, some of which are no longer active in the countries of their origin. Working from the premise that traditions virtually unknown in England might still survive in active form in Newfoundland, the researchers set out to discover if this was in fact the case.

Author : Steve Lally,Paula Flynn Lally,James Patrick Ryan
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2019-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750990363

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Irish Gothic Fairy Stories by Steve Lally,Paula Flynn Lally,James Patrick Ryan Pdf

In the four provinces of Ireland there are thirty-two counties. Each county and its people have their own traditions, beliefs and folklore – and each one is also inhabited by the Sidhe: an ancient and magical race. Some believe they are descended from fallen angels, whilst others say they are the progeny of Celtic deities. They go by many names: the good folk, the wee folk, the gentle people and the fey, but are most commonly known as ‘the fairies’. These are not the whimsical fairies of Victorian and Edwardian picture books. They are feared and revered in equal measure, and even in the twenty-first century are spoken of in hushed tones. The fairies are always listening. Storyteller Steve Lally and his wife singer-songwriter Paula Flynn Lally have compiled this magnificent collection of magical fairy stories from every county in Ireland. Filled with unique illustrations that bring these tales to life, Irish Gothic Fairy Stories will both enthral and terrify readers for generations to come.

Author : Herbert Halpert,J.D.A. Widdowson
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1175 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781317551485

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Folktales of Newfoundland (RLE Folklore) by Herbert Halpert,J.D.A. Widdowson Pdf

This collection of Newfoundland folk narratives, first published in 1996, grew out of extensive fieldwork in folk culture in the province. The intention was to collect as broad a spectrum of traditional material as possible, and Folktales of Newfoundland is notable not only for the number and quality of its narratives, but also for the format in which they are presented. A special transcription system conveys to the reader the accents and rhythms of each performance, and the endnote to each tale features an analysis of the narrator’s language. In addition, Newfoundland has preserved many aspects of English and Irish folk tradition, some of which are no longer active in the countries of their origin. Working from the premise that traditions virtually unknown in England might still survive in active form in Newfoundland, the researchers set out to discover if this was in fact the case.

Author : Various
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 309 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780750994606

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The Anthology of Irish Folk Tales by Various Pdf

This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Ireland 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 fairies, giants and vampires to changelings and witches, this book celebrates the distinct character of Ireland's different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

Author : Richard Young,Judy Dockrey Young
Publisher : august house
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0874833094

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African-American Folktales for Young Readers by Richard Young,Judy Dockrey Young Pdf

A collection of folktales from the African-American oral tradition, presented as they have been told by professional black storytellers from Rhode Island to Oklahoma.

Author : William Butler Yeats
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781447486886

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Irish Fairy and Folk Tales by William Butler Yeats Pdf

An ethereal collection of long-lost fairy tales and folk stories from Ireland, collated and edited by one of the most sensational Irish poets, W. B. Yeats. This anthology of Irish myths and folklore was first published in 1892 after being carefully collated by W. B. Yeats. The prolific poet had a deep interest in the folkloric history of his country and dedicated part of his career to editing traditional fairy tales and translating them from the original Irish. Irish Fairy and Folk Tales is an illusive collection of beautiful and ghostly stories concerning fairies, changelings, witches, giants, the devil, and the supernatural. The tales featured in this volume are divided between the following sections: - The Trooping Fairies - Changelings - The Merrow - The Solitary Fairies - Ghosts - Witches, Fairy Doctors - T’yeer-Na-N-Oge - Saints, Priests - The Devil - Giants - Kings, Queens, Princesses, Earls, Robbers

Author : William Butler Yeats
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1888
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN : UVA:X000592874

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Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry by William Butler Yeats Pdf

Author : Michael Montgomery
Publisher : Ulster Historical Foundation
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 1903688612

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From Ulster to America by Michael Montgomery Pdf

From Ulster to America documents nearly four hundred terms and meanings-- each with quotations from both sides of the Atlantic--contributed to American English by these eighteenth-century settlers from Ulster. Drawing on letters they sent back to their homeland and on other archival documents associated with their settlement, it shows that Ulster emigrants and their children contributed as much to regional American English as any other group. The numerous quotations bring alive the speech of earlier days on both sides of the Atlantic, and extend understanding of the culture, mannerisms, and life of those pioneering times.