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The Old Grey Magician

A Scottish Fionn Cycle

By: George W. Macpherson

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The Old Grey Magician

A Scottish Fionn Cycle

By: George W. Macpherson

Fionn Cycle: A loose collection of tales originating in Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man which surround hunter-warrior leader Fionn, his band of men and his poet son, Ossian.Old Grey Magician: A mystical, morally ambivalent figure who appears throughout Celtic mythology; in Ireland he is the Dark Druid, and often he appears as a seabird. The shapeshifting sorcerer is a thorn in Fionn's side, solving impossible problems but always asking too much in return.George W Macpherson has been telling the traditional tales of Fionn and the Fianna for years, artfully drawing in audiences with his storytelling talent. Gathered from sources all over the country and occasionally beyond, and collected here for the first time, the Old Grey Magician's exploits offer a fascinating insight into the traditions of Scotland and the development of oral storytelling. Introduced and situated in physical and literary history by Donald Smith, this collection reminds us of the importance of retaining the stories that shaped us.

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Luath Press Ltd

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1912387298

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9781912387298

Celtic Sea Stories

By: George W. Macpherson

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Celtic Sea Stories

By: George W. Macpherson

The Celtic belief that by recording a story the spirit of the story and its teller would die, has meant that generations worth of stories of have been lost. Celtic Sea Stories brings together myths and legends from the past, which the author has collected throughout his lifetime, along with others written specifically for the collection, to provide an enchanting vision of Scottish life by the sea. From kings and fairies to mermaids and witches every tale explores a different aspect of a forgotten way of life. Before schools and television storytelling was the only way to entertain, impart wisdom and explain the inexplicable. Celtic Sea Stories allows readers to share in the storytelling experience again and again, while learning about Scottish history and culture.

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127

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Luath Press Ltd

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1912387859

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9781912387854

Sgiath

Amazon Queen of Skye

By: George Macpherson

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Sgiath

Amazon Queen of Skye

By: George Macpherson

Long ago in ancient Skye, a queen is born in a storm... From the depths of Scottish folklore emerges Sgiath, an ancient warrior queen of Skye. Also known as Scáthach or Sgathaich, Skye and Dunscaith Castle – her home on the island all those years ago – are said to have been named after her. Follow her incredible journey as she turns from ordinary village girl to leader of a great army of warriors, conquering her opponents and bringing education to all. Magic and myth interweave with history in this epic tale of ancient oral storytelling that is inspirational for our modern times.

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114

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Luath Press Ltd

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1912387670

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The Golden Bough

The Roots of Religion and Folklore

By: James George Frazer

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The Golden Bough

The Roots of Religion and Folklore

By: James George Frazer

Study in Comparative Religion.

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Gramercy

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0517336332

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9780517336335

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The Old Grey Magician

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Celtic Sea Stories

Sgiath

Sgiath

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