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Tales from Old Ireland
This enchanting collection of favorite Irish folk tales deserves to be read aloud at every hearth. Described by Malachy Doyle in captivating language, the larger-than-life characters, dramatic landscapes, and magical happenings of all the tales, including the famous legend of the bewitched Children of Lir, are also brought vividly to life by the luminous art of Niamh Shark...more
Paperback, 95 pages
Published
February 1st 2006
by Barefoot Books
(first published 2000)
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"Horse" by this same author is one of our family favorites for the simple, yet beautiful use of language. "Tales from Old Ireland" does not disappoint -- Doyle's word choice remains impeccable. Any of the seven stories included would make a wonderful read aloud. A few are riffs on familiar themes, including a version of "Cinderella." Many will be unfamiliar and younger readers/listeners may be uncomfortable at the lack of a "happily ever after" in some of the tales. Niamh Sharkey's illustrations...more
I really didn't like the illustrations for this book.
Maybe I've read too many folktales, but these all read the same. There was no feeling of older or younger tales, all were told current. I guess that's what a storyteller would do.
Maybe I've read too many folktales, but these all read the same. There was no feeling of older or younger tales, all were told current. I guess that's what a storyteller would do.
Feb 06, 2013
Amanda Coppedge
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Great collection of stories, some of which would be good for telling to an elementary school audience. Extensive author source notes in the back, pronunciation guide in the front.
really enjoyable book. I liked all the tales and the illustrations fit in perfectly. I have not listened to the CD's yet but I bet they are good.
Mar 07, 2010
Donna-Lee
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Outstanding storytelling and vocabulary - truly entertaining for our entire family
May 22, 2013
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Malachy Doyle is the author of Antonio on the Other Side of the World, Getting Smaller and many other books for children. He lives in Donegal, Ireland.
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