An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Castle Legends

FLORIS BOOKSISBN: 9781782505952

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In stock, 10 units

By Theresa Breslin, Illustrated by Kate Leiper
Imprint: FLORIS BOOKS
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Format:
HARDBACK
Pages:
176

Description

The Ghostly Piper of Edinburgh Castle --
The Mysterious Monster in the Castle of Glamis --
The Wizard of Stirling Castle --
The Faery Flag of Dunvegan Castle --
The Redcap Goblin of Caerlaverock Castle --
Doe Not Vaken Sleiping Dogs --
The King's Three Questions --
Long Ago, Before Castle Urquhart and the Loch Ness Monster --
Meg with the Muckle Mouth --
The Selkie Girl and the Otter King --
Tale End --
Glossary

Reviews

Praise for An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, and An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Mythical Creatures:
 
'A delightful and varied collection of stories from all over Scotland. Theresa Breslin's style is so compelling and chatty that you feel she is sitting in the room with you, telling you her favourite tales of kelpies and brownies, talking birds, sheepdogs and selkies. And Kate Leiper's illustrations are stunning. This is a beautiful book, which will be treasured by children in Scotland and far afield.'
-- Julia Donaldson, Children's Laureate
 
'This is a rare delight; a harmonious braiding of pitch-perfect storytelling with illustrations of breathtaking elegance and integrity. Every home should have at least one copy.'
-- Debi Gliori
 
'This is a lovely book enhanced with the most beautiful illustrations. Folk stories have not lost their appeal in the modern world -- it is books like this that will keep them alive.
-- Alexander McCall Smith
 
'A sublime collection of folk stories... Theresa Breslin's pristine, sparkling retellings are accompanied by enchanting illustrations from Kate Leiper.'
-- The Guardian

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