Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry by W. B. Yeats
(9 User reviews)
1985
English
"Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry" by W. B. Yeats is a collection of fairy tales and folklore written in the late 19th century. This anthology brings to life the rich tradition of Irish storytelling, featuring mystical beings and legends from the Irish countryside. With tales that include characters such as fairies, pookas, and ghosts, Y...
The opening of this collection introduces the concept of fairies, commonly viewed as fallen angels by the peasantry, and outlines their mischievous yet capricious nature. Yeats shares anecdotes and firsthand accounts of the Irish people's beliefs in these elusive beings, describing their interactions with humans and the traditions surrounding their existence. These tales set the stage for deeper explorations of individual stories throughout the anthology, framing a world where the mundane intersects with the magical, and the supernatural still echoes in the lives of those who inhabit rural Ireland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Charles Nelson
1 month agoAt first glance, the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Deborah Lopez
5 months agoAs part of my coursework, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. It was exactly what I needed right now.
Anthony Thompson
3 months agoI was skeptical at first, but the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
George Jones
3 months agoThis is one of those books where the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
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Matthew Scott
4 months agoFrom an academic standpoint, the writing remains engaging even during complex sections. An impressive piece of work.