The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales

The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales
Author :
Publisher : The History Press
Total Pages : 156
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780750992879
ISBN-13 : 0750992875
Rating : 4/5 (79 Downloads)

Synopsis The Anthology of Scottish Folk Tales by : Various

This enchanting collection of stories gathers together legends from across Scotland in one special volume. Drawn from The History Press' popular Folk Tales series, herein lies a treasure trove of tales from a wealth of talented storytellers. From the Spaeman's peculiar advice and a laird who is transformed into a frog, to a fugitive hiding in a dark cave and the stoor worm battling with Assipattle, this book celebrates the distinct character of Scotland's different customs, beliefs and dialects, and is a treat for all who enjoy a well-told story.

An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales

An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales
Author :
Publisher : Illustrated Scottish Treasuries
Total Pages : 157
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0863159079
ISBN-13 : 9780863159077
Rating : 4/5 (79 Downloads)

Synopsis An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales by : Theresa Breslin

Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.

Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales

Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales
Author :
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 388
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780486119786
ISBN-13 : 0486119785
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales by : George Douglas

Treasury of fanciful, picturesque narratives tell of brownies, kelpies, mermen, and other supernatural creatures that assist, annoy, and otherwise meddle in the lives of simple Scottish country folk. A delightful collection of imaginative and entertaining nursery and fairy tales, animal fables, witchcraft lore, and stories with a comic twist.

The Scottish Fairy Book

The Scottish Fairy Book
Author :
Publisher :
Total Pages : 328
Release :
ISBN-10 : UCAL:B4663482
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (82 Downloads)

Synopsis The Scottish Fairy Book by : Elizabeth Wilson Grierson

Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales from Burns to Buchan

Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales from Burns to Buchan
Author :
Publisher : Penguin UK
Total Pages : 256
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780141900209
ISBN-13 : 0141900202
Rating : 4/5 (09 Downloads)

Synopsis Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales from Burns to Buchan by : Gordon Jarvie

Mystery and excitement abound in this lively collection of fairy tales, folklore and legends, which celebrate Scotland's enormously rich oral tradition and offers a carefully chosen combination of old favourites such as Tam Lin, Thomas Rymer and Adam Bell, as well as more modern stories by master story-tellers like Andrew Lang, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and John Buchan.

Scottish Folk-tales and Legends

Scottish Folk-tales and Legends
Author :
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages : 207
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0192741411
ISBN-13 : 9780192741417
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Scottish Folk-tales and Legends by : Barbara Ker Wilson

Folktales tell the stories of clans, mermaids, castles, fairies, giants, and adventurers.

Tales of the Seal People

Tales of the Seal People
Author :
Publisher : Interlink Publishing Group
Total Pages : 0
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0940793997
ISBN-13 : 9780940793996
Rating : 4/5 (97 Downloads)

Synopsis Tales of the Seal People by : Duncan Williamson

A collection of 14 selkie (half-seal half-human creatures) tales from the Orkney and Shetland islands off the northern tip of Scotland which embrace the fantasy, romance and unusual perspective of the Scottish travellers.

Scottish Folk Tales for Children

Scottish Folk Tales for Children
Author :
Publisher : The History Press
Total Pages : 132
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780750981996
ISBN-13 : 0750981997
Rating : 4/5 (96 Downloads)

Synopsis Scottish Folk Tales for Children by : Judy Paterson

A giant sea monster ... trees that can dance ... a water-horse ... a girl so clever she outwits a giant ... Welcome to the world of the Scottish folk tale – a world of talking animals, mischief-making witches, giants, trolls, bold girls, reckless boys and, of course, the Wee Folk.These stories – specially chosen to be enjoyed by 7 to 11-year-old readers – burst with adventure and glitter with magic. As old as the mountains and the glens, these well- loved tales are retold by storyteller Judy Paterson.

Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends

Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends
Author :
Publisher : Scholastic UK
Total Pages : 147
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780702304972
ISBN-13 : 0702304972
Rating : 4/5 (72 Downloads)

Synopsis Scholastic Classics: Scottish Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends by : Mairi Kidd

A complete collection of Scottish fairy tales, myths and legends, bound in a beautiful new edition. From the mysterious cat-faced lady whose magic allows a servant girl to attend a prince's ball, to the princess who meets an enchanted frog; from ogres and hooded crows, to faery bagpipers and shape-shifting monsters... This book includes traditional favourites that readers will love to spot, alongside classic myths and legends from Scottish heritage.

Scottish Folk Tales

Scottish Folk Tales
Author :
Publisher : Methuen Childrens Books
Total Pages : 95
Release :
ISBN-10 : 0416253903
ISBN-13 : 9780416253900
Rating : 4/5 (03 Downloads)

Synopsis Scottish Folk Tales by : Ruth Manning-Sanders

Folk and fairy tales come from all around the world, but Scottish stories have an age-old atmosphere which sets them apart. The fourteen in this collection are varied and each has at least one classic folk talk ingredient - fairies, ghosts, wizards, sea monsters, frog-princes, mermaids and tiny green men are just some of the characters to be found in these ancient legends.