The Silver Arm

by Jim Fitzpatrick, Pat Vincent

In this second volume, titled "The Silver-Armed Warrior", Jim Fitzpatrick resorts again to that treasure house of his Irish childhood, a cultural heritage shared and transmitted not only by Yeats & Lady Gregory but by a thousand unknown voices telling the lovingly guarded stories to countless generations of children and adults alike.

Genres: Mythology, Fantasy, Art, Fiction, Ireland, Irish Literature, Graphic Novels

112 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1981

Reviews

[David]

This is a beautifully painted retelling of the first book of the Mabinogian, or "Book of Invasions." The Tuatha De Dannan, Nuada of the Silver Arm, Lugh and Dagda, and all the old Celtic gods. As attractive for its artwork as the story.

[Michaela]

A stunning visual book I've had for 35 years and still enjoy looking back through it.

[Mike]

This is the follow up to the The Book of Conquests which came out in 1978 and continues the story of Ireland's early mythological cycle. Just like Conquests this is a beautifully told tale recounting the story of the Tuatha De's defeat of the Fomor at the second battle of Moy Tura. It goes without saying the full colour illustrations are beautifully done. According to Erinsaga, a collection of Jim's mythological paintings, a third volume was planned but unfortunately never saw the light of day. If you have any interest in Irish mythology or just superb artwork, all of Jim's works are worth checking out.

[Trevor]

Beautiful, stunning, gorgeous, breathtaking, incredible. This isn't just a book; it is a work of art.

[Little Timmy]

An awesome art book. Fantastic rendering of Irish mythology. Very recommended

[Troy]

Jim Fitzpatrick has done it again! Beautiful Celtic knotwork & more!!!