Wolf-men And Water Hounds : The Myths, Monsters And Magic Of Ireland

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ISBN: 9780717196111

Author	Magan, Manchan
Pub Date	28/09/2023
Binding	Hardback
Pages	64
Country	IRL
Dewey	398.09415

Publisher: Gill

Quick overview Uncover the secrets of our island in this engrossing look at magical landmarks across the country. Travelling province by province through Ireland, Manchan outlines the stories most closely associated with each site, focussing on a specific beast or creature from legend and highlighting a magical word or phrase in Irish alongside.

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Discover the dobharchu or water hound of Achill Island; the enchanted sow Cailcheir of Sligo's Keash Caves; the Burren's ollpheist or great serpent; the Caoranach or hairy worm of Lough Derg; the one-eyed salmon of Ballyshannon; and the man wolves of Ossory, County Kilkenny, amongst many others.

This stunning gift book is a feast for the eyes for Manchan fans of all ages.

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