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Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland: Deluxe Slipcase Edition (Arcturus Slipcased Classics, 21) Hardcover – November 15, 2021

by Jane Wilde (Author), Stephen Reid (Illustrator), Sir William Wilde (Contributor)
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 55 ratings
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This deluxe hardback edition of Lady Jane Wilde's classic work is presented in a beautiful slipcase and features classic mythology illustrations by Stephen Reid.

Lady Jane Wilde was the mother of Oscar Wilde and an accomplished folklorist. She sought to preserve Irish culture through recording their enchanting myths, rituals and beliefs. This collection contains over 100 of these enthralling tales, from fairies stealing children to leprechauns promising gold. Each showcase the strange and mystical superstitions spread by Irish peasantry in the ancient tongue.

Tales include:
• The Horned Women
• The Fenian Knights
• The Fairy Changeling
• The Legends of the Western Islands

This covetable edition is Wibalin-bound with gold-foil embossing. It includes a chapter on the ancient peoples of Ireland written by her husband Sir William Wilde which forms part of the original manuscript. Accompanying the text are beautiful illustrations by Stephen Reid from The High Deeds of Finn and a rare map of ancient Ireland.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Slipcased Classics are beautiful foil-stamped gift editions of classic works of literature, presented in a slipcase and decorated with delightful illustrations.

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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    384 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - 2
  5. Dimensions
    7.75 x 1.5 x 9.75 inches
  6. Publisher
    Sirius
  7. Publication date
    November 15, 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    1839407026
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1839407024
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Lady Jane Francesca Elgee Wilde (1821-1896) was an Irish poet, activist and the mother of famed playwright and poet Oscar Wilde. Early on in her career, she wrote under the pen name 'Speranza' and fought for Irish independence through her articles and poetry. She had a special interest in Irish folktales which she gathered and recorded, culminating in her anthology Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland. She also contributed some writings of Irish folk tales to the Celtic revival anthologies created by W.B. Yeats.

Stephen Reid (1873-1948) was a Scottish painter and illustrator who developed a particular interest in historical subjects and costume. He was elected to the Royal Society of British Artists in 1906 and he is well known for his illustrations for myths and legends.

Sir William Wilde (1815-1876) was an Irish author, eminent physician and father of Oscar Wilde. He wrote many significant works on medicine, archaeology and Irish folklore.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sirius (November 15, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1839407026
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1839407024
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.7 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 1.5 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Gary M. Buyachek
5.0 out of 5 stars Irish legends
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2023
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Ireland is a land with many legends and tales. Interesting stories, more than I ever knew. If you are interested in Ireland it is always a good place to start learning and understanding legends and stories.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Intertaning to brouse.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2018
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Only glanced at this quickly when it arrived, the information is much like Wikipedia. It seems to be less fact and more opinion.
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Hermit Hank
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2015
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I liked what I read but this book has numerous errors and needs professional help.
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deha
4.0 out of 5 stars Ah the legends
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2014
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I really enjoyed reading this book. It holds a wealth of information on the subject.
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Stacy H.
1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2016
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never received
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4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2015
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An interesting collage of legends and myths.
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Lynnellen
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent information, in an old hand
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2015
Excellent information, in an old hand. Close to the original writings of Lady Jane Wilde, I have been looking for years in hundreds of books for information presented
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sheshe
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in Canada on February 4, 2024
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I am so glad I ordered this book. So many tales in it that my grandparents told me. A totally good read, especially if your Irish!
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Michael Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read...bit more indepth than I originally thought...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2024
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I'm still reading this. I try to get through a couple of pages each night, or a full story and it's great for that. I was quite surprised, honestly, as I wasn't sure Oscar Wilde's mother was a writer. It's funny, as it's really well done as recording the stories of the time. And not stories, but...what people actually believed. It's a great connection with that. I finished Eddie Linehan's books (which are brilliant) and this one repeats many and more of the stories, but from the viewpoint of someone living at that time who recorded them. You get that sense that she's really excited, really into it herself, and that translates into this sort of passionate feeling on the subject. I thought I would breeze through it, as well, but it's really dense and packed with stories. I also laugh at how some people are referred to, just because of the language and views of people in that time period. It's not bad, or offensive, just ... funny. It's all very well written and I would definitely recommend it for someone who likes to see how people looked a the world at different stages. They're not just myths, but beliefs...if that makes sense. Just as valid as any belief we hold today, and I think it's fascinating. A bit like she's letting you into her world, and the world of those who lived at that period in history.
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Ron
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 2, 2014
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Good read.
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