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Loading... The Names Upon The Harp: Irish Myths And Legendsby Marie Heaney
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This is a collection of classic Irish legends, retold for children of eight and over by an accomplished writer, and exquisitely illustrated in full colour by an award-winning illustrator. Fiercely fought battles, passionate romances, spells and curses, heroes and villains, loyalty and betrayal: these ancient tales combine all the essential ingredients of great drama with unforgettable storytelling. Marie Heaney and PJ Lynch provide their own interpretation of one of the world's greatest literary traditions in this stunning collection, which includes a previously unpublished poem translated from the Irish by Seamus Heaney. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)398.2Social sciences Customs, Etiquette, Folklore Folklore Folk literatureLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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Eight tales from early Irish literature, including "The Children of Lir" and "The Birth of Cuchulainn," are retold in this elegant volume. Lynch's watercolor and gouache illustrations capture both the longing and fierce drama in these retellings, while Seamus Heaney's translation from the Irish of the poem "Summer" is an added treat. A pronunciation guide and source notes are appended. Bib. Category: Nonfiction-Folktales and Nursery Rhymes. 2000, Scholastic/Levine, 96pp, $19.95. Ages 9 to 12. Rating: 3: Recommended, satisfactory in style, content, and/or illustration.