Pocket Old Irish Stories: Classic tales to Delight and Entertain

by Fiona Biggs (Editor), Marina Pessarrodona (Illustrator)

More of the greatest Irish stories from the producers of the Pocket series. Kings and farmers, monsters and fairies, magic and mayhem - all the ingredients of classic legends are to be found between the pages of this book. Packed with 19 age-old tales drawn from Ireland's ancient tradition of storytelling, including stories of the legendary Fionn MacCumhail, these yarns will delight younger readers, and those young at heart - as they have for generations. Illustrated by Marina Pessarrodona

256 pages, Hardcover

Published June 17, 2019

Reviews

[Jaide · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable collection of *very* Irish tales, some I had never heard of before. Folktales and Saints’ tales mix with epic myths about Fionn and Cúchulainn.

My favorite was “The Dream of Angus Óg”, where the youngest son of the Dagda sacrifices all just to be with his enchanted love.

It was also really interesting reading the story behind St. Kevin founding Glendalough—a beautiful place I was lucky enough to visit a few years ago.

[Brian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just loved this book so much. It’s such a lovely little collection of stories, with great illustrations. Whether you know the stories or not, each is very interesting. Great book!

[Ciara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great stories of old Irish tales. Some I have heard of like Fionn Mac Cumhaill and others I have not heard of. Some stories are bizarre and strange in a good way and all of them are beautifully illustrated in both writing and imagery. I think it is a great book for young and old alike.