The Folk-lore of the Isle of Man
Author : Arthur William Moore
Publisher :
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 48,31 MB
Release : 1891
Category : Celts
ISBN :
Manx Fairy Tales
Author : Sophia Morrison
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 20,98 MB
Release : 2020-08-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 3752420146
Book Description
Reproduction of the original: Manx Fairy Tales by Sophia Morrison
Folk
Author : Zoe Gilbert
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 33,15 MB
Release : 2018-02-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1408884372
Book Description
A captivating, magical and haunting debut novel of breathtaking imagination, from the winner of the 2014 Costa Short Story Award LONGLISTED FOR THE 2019 INTERNATIONAL DYLAN THOMAS PRIZE 'That rare thing: genuinely unique' OBSERVER 'Will win you over ... Magical' THE TIMES 'Absolutely stunning. I loved it' MADELINE MILLER, AUTHOR OF CIRCE On the remote island of Neverness, the villagers' lives are entwined with nature: its enchantments, seductions and dangers. There is May, the young fiddler who seeks her musical spirit; Madden Lightfoot, who flies with red kites; and Verlyn Webbe, born with a wing for an arm. Over the course of a generation, their desires, gossip and heartbreak interweave to create a staggeringly original world, crackling with echoes of ancient folklore.
Manx Folk Tales
Author : Fiona Angwin
Publisher : History Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 18,52 MB
Release : 2016-02
Category : Folklore
ISBN : 9780750960748
Book Description
These lively and entertaining folk tales are vividly retold by professional storyteller Fiona Angwin. Their origins lost in the oral tradition, these 30 stories from the Isle of Man reflect the wisdom (and eccentricities) of the Island and its people. Discover why the Manx cat has no tail and what makes the Loghton sheep so unusual. Read about the Black Dog of Peel , Jack the Giant Killer, the Buggane of St Trinians, fairy folk, and the phynodderee. These enchanting tales will appeal to modern readers and storytellers, young and old alike, both on the Isle of Man and elsewhere.
Story of the Isle of Man
Author : Arthur William Moore
Publisher :
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 24,89 MB
Release : 1901
Category :
ISBN :
Book Description
The Phynodderree, and Other Legends of the Isle of Man
Author : Edward Callow
Publisher :
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 22,27 MB
Release : 1882
Category : Fairies
ISBN :
Book Description
The Folk-Lore of the Isle of Man
Author : A W Moore
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,28 MB
Release : 2024-08-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781396325540
Book Description
In The Folk-Lore of the Isle of Man, A. W. Moore delves into the mysterious world of the Manx people, where stories of ghosts, goblins, and giants are more than mere tales-they are the lifeblood of a community deeply connected to its past. This book offers a fascinating exploration of the island's folklore, uncovering the ways in which these stories reflect the island's complex history and the enduring beliefs of its inhabitants. Through Moore's detailed collection, readers gain insight into the timeless traditions that have been preserved through oral storytelling, revealing the profound impact of folklore on the Manx cultural heritage. A compelling read for anyone interested in the enduring power of myth and legend, this work is a significant contribution to the study of folklore and the preservation of cultural history.
The Folk-lore of the Isle of Man
Author : Arthur William Moore
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 13,19 MB
Release : 1971
Category : Manx
ISBN :
Book Description
Supernatural Isle of Man
Author : Jenny Randles
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 49,31 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Curiosities and wonders
ISBN : 9780709079682
Book Description
The ancient kingdom of Mann has many unique charms, from its steam trains and horse trams to the world's oldest unbroken parliamentary democracy. However, the island is also home to a rich gathering of legends and present-day mysteries. This book brings you the adventures of the Fenoderee, who created the world's first crop circles.
The Folk-Lore of the Isle of Man
Author : Arthur William Moore
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 20,32 MB
Release : 2022-10-27
Category :
ISBN : 9781016140201
Book Description
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