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Magical Celtic tales

Name: Magical Celtic tales
ISBN: 9781847175465

By Una Leavy

Brave heroes face giants, fairies and selkies—but what mysterious secret awaits across the Celtic lands?

magical · enchanting · adventurous · humorous

Genres

Fantasy Fairy Tales Mythology

What is Magical Celtic tales about?

Journey through the Celtic lands of Ireland, Brittany, Cornwall, Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man in this collection of ten magical tales. Meet brave sons, clever wives, giants, fairies, selkies and other mysterious creatures as they face danger, solve problems and learn important lessons. Some stories are funny, while others are filled with wonder, courage and enchantment. Una Leavy’s lively retellings bring old legends to life, accompanied by Fergal O’Connor’s expressive illustrations.

About the author

Una Leavy is an Irish writer who creates lively books for children. She grew up in County Mayo and began writing when she was young. As a primary school teacher, she understands what makes stories exciting and easy to enjoy. Her books include Magical Celtic Tales, The O’Brien Book of Irish Fairy Tales and Legends, and Over the Red-Brick Chimney. Her stories bring Irish folklore, imagination and adventure to life for readers.

Pages

96 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2016

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