Eithne Massey
Eithne Massey has written many books for both adults and children, mainly based on the legends of Ireland. Her adaptation of the award-winning movie The Secret of Kells is set in the time of the early Viking raids; The Silver Stag of Bunratty and Where the Stones Sing are set in Norman Ireland; and Blood Brother, Swan Sister at the time of the Battle of Clontarf. All blend together historical detail with myths, legends and folklore, resulting in stories which will appeal to ‘young readers who enjoy an adventure with well-rounded characters and a touch of magic and history’ (www.childrensbooksireland.ie).
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Irish Legends: Newgrange, Tara & the Boyne Valley
Stories inspired by the Boyne Valley from long, long ago. Legends include: 'The Origin of the Boyne', 'The Foster-child of Aonghus' and 'The Salmon of Knowledge'.
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- 64
- Hardback
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Le più belle Leggende Irlandesi
A stunning illustrated Italian translation of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín.
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- 64
- Hardback
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Legendary Ireland
Myths and Legends of Ireland
This beautiful book visits twenty-eight richly atmospheric sites and tells the mythological stories associated with them. Illustrated with evocative photographs and older etchings and prints, it draws the reader back into history and myth.
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- 304
- Hardback
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- Electronic Book (ePub)
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Michael Collins
Hero and Rebel
Hero and leader. Loyal friend and formidable enemy. A man with a mission and a legend in his lifetime. This is the story of Michael Collins.
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- 192
- Paperback
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- Electronic Book (ePub)
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Tomi
Tomi Reichental's Holocaust Story
‘At the age of six I began to fear for the future. … By the age of nine I was on the run for my life. … By the time I was ten I had seen all there was to see.’
The incredible true story of how a small boy survived Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. An accessible and honest account of the Holocaust that provides lessons that are relevant today.
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- 176
- Paperback
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- Electronic Book (ePub)
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Blood Brother, Swan Sister
1014 Clontarf; A Battle Begins
A thrilling tale of magic and warfare in ancient Ireland.
Three children's lives are drawn together amidst the intrigue and magic of an epic battle.- Pages:
- 208
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Where the Stones Sing
As the spectre of the Black Death hovers over medieval Dublin in the fourteenth century, Kai is plucked from the filthy streets to sing in the great Christ Church choir. But Kai has a secret that must be kept hidden - even from new friends Tom and Jack. Kai will need great strength, talent and help from unexpected quarters just to survive.
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- 208
- Paperback
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The Silver Stag of Bunratty
In an Ireland full of war and danger, four children are determined to prevent Richard De Clare, Lord of Bunratty, from killing the magical Silver Stag to display his head on the castle walls. Adventure, conflict and danger awaits them.
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- 240
- Paperback
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The Secret of Kells
See the movie that has wowed audiences around the world for yourself: Irish history and mythology reimagined for a new audience, and animated to the very highest standards.
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- 192
- Paperback
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Best-Loved Irish Legends
Stories from long, long ago, part of an ancient oral tradition, handed down from generation to generation and written down by the Christian monks of medieval Ireland.
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- 64
- Paperback
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Best-Loved Irish Legends
Stories from long, long ago, part of an ancient oral tradition, handed down from generation to generation and written down by the Christian monks of medieval Ireland. In a handy pocket format.
- Pages:
- 64
- Hardback
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Die Beliebtesten Irischen Sagen
A stunning illustrated German translation of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín.
- Pages:
- 64
- Hardback
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Corazón de Irlanda, sus más bellas leyendas
A stunning illustrated Spanish language collection of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín.
- Pages:
- 64
- Hardback
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Les Plus Belles Légendes Irlandaises
A stunning illustrated French translation of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín.
- Pages:
- 64
- Hardback
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The Dreaming Tree
Back home in Brazil, Roberto loved playing football. Now he lives in Ireland, and he’d really like to have a game with the boys in the park, but he’s too shy.
- Pages:
- 32
- Hardback
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