The golden spears, and other fairy tales

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Leamy, Edmund, 1848-1904

Contributor:

Turner, Corinne

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Golden Spears and Other Fairy Tales" by Edmund Leamy is a collection of enchanting stories written in the early 20th century. This compilation features tales steeped in Irish folklore and culture, primarily highlighting the adventures of children like Connla and Nora who navigate magical realms, encounter whimsical creatures, and embark on fantastic journeys. The opening of the first tale introduces us to Connla and Nora, two children living near a hill crowned by a mountain they call "Golden Spear," due to its sunlit peak. They cherish this mountain and its surroundings, spending their days playing and exploring. One day, their lives intertwine with a thrush that they save from a hawk, leading to the promise of experiencing fairy music. As they follow the guidance of the thrush, they witness the magical appearance of nine little pipers, beckoning them to a realm of fairy wonders. The narrative sets a tone of innocence, exploration, and the allure of the magical, inviting readers into a world where adventure and enchantment await. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The golden spears

The house in the lake

The enchanted cave

The huntsman's son

The fairy tree of Dooros

The little white cat

Princess Finola and the dwarf.

Credits:

Produced by David Garcia, Michelle Croyle and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-07-28