Jeremiah Curtin

Broschiertes Buch

Myths And Folk Tales Of The Russians, Western Slavs And The Magyar (1890)

Beschreibung

32 tales of enchantment, including "Yelena the Wise," "The King of the Toads," "The Reed Maiden," more. A fascinating resource of anthropologic lore; magical entertainment for readers of all ages.

Autor

Jeremiah Curtin (1835-1906) was a pioneering American folklorist, linguist, and world traveler with a deep passion for capturing the vanishing voices of ancient cultures. Born to Irish immigrant parents in Wisconsin, Curtin grew up with a fierce connection to the storytelling traditions of his ancestors-a connection that would shape his life's work.Fluent in more than a dozen languages, Curtin journeyed across Ireland in the late 19th century, collecting oral tales directly from native Irish speakers-farmers, fishermen, and storytellers who had inherited legends passed down for generations. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Curtin didn't just transcribe stories-he honored their rhythm, their mystery, and their raw power.Hero-Tales of Ireland is the vivid result of that work: a collection of ancient Irish myths retold with both scholarly respect and narrative flair. Through his efforts, Curtin preserved a priceless piece of Ireland's mythic soul and brought the courage, magic, and wit of Irish heroes to readers around the world.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 588
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Januar 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 280mm x 210mm x 31mm
• Gewicht: 1418g
• ISBN-13: 9780548815724
• ISBN-10: 0548815720
• Artikelnr.: 23500748