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Ireland’s Trees: Myths, Legends & Folklore

 16.95

by Niall Mac Coitir

An easy and fascinating read. – Irish Examiner

Fascinating mix of legend and common practices. – Sunday Tribune

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Ireland’s Trees: Myths, Legends & Folklore

Niall Mac Coitir brings to life the myths, legends and folklore associated with native Irish trees, much of which persists to this day. Two main themes emerge: the tree as a marker of important places such as royal sites or holy wells, and the role of trees as sources of magical power in folk customs and traditions, such as carrying a blackthorn sta. when out walking at night to ward off evil spirits.

Beautifully illustrated and imaginatively written, this mix of natural history, mythology and folklore will entertain and enlighten all interested in Ireland’s trees

About the Author

Niall Mac Coitir grew up in a bilingual environment in Dublin with a love of Irish history, culture and nature instilled into him. An active member of the Irish Wildlife Trust, he works for Fingal County Council. His other books are Irish Wild Plants – Myths, Legends & Folklore (2006), Ireland’s Animals – Myths, Legends & Folklore (2010) and Ireland’s Birds – Myths, Legends & Folklore (2015).

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Weight 0.3 kg
Dimensions 12.8 × 3.5 × 19.7 cm

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