Publisher's Synopsis
Folk and Hero Tales by J. MacDougall is a collection of traditional stories and legends from various cultures around the world. The book includes tales of heroes and heroines, myths, legends, and fables that have been passed down through generations. The stories are arranged according to their country of origin, including tales from Scotland, Ireland, Wales, England, France, Germany, Greece, and many more. Each story is retold in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to readers of all ages. The book also includes illustrations that bring the stories to life and provide a visual representation of the characters and settings. Overall, Folk and Hero Tales is a fascinating and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of different countries and peoples.1891. The tales collected in this volume came from the district of Duror and were obtained from Alexander Cameron, a native of Ardnamurchan, who was then roadman between Duror and Ballachulish. Cameron learned them from Donald McPhie and other old men whom he had known in his boyhood, but who died many years ago. Partial Contents: How Finn Kept His Children for the Big Young Hero of the Ship, and How Bran was Found; The Smith's Rock in the Isle of Skye; The Farmer of Liddesdale; and A Tale about the Son of the Knight of the Green Vesture, Performing Heroic Deeds Which were Famed on Earth Seven Years Before He was Born.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
