The Crock of Gold by James Stephens
'The Crock of Gold' is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest novels in the Irish comic tradition. Fantasy, satire and delicious humour propel the magical narrative through a world peopled by policemen, philosophers, tinkers and leprechauns. Yet, the intent of it all is serious. Or is it? Other books by James Stephens Irish Fairy Tales.
James Stephens, poet and storyteller, was born in Dublin in 1880. From 1915 to 1924 he was registrar of the National Gallery in Dublin. He spent the remaining years of his life in London where he broadcast frequently from the BBC. He died in 1950.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780717122974 |
| ISBN 10 | 0717122972 |
| Title | The Crock of Gold |
| Author | James Stephens |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Gill |
| Year published | 1995-02-28 |
| Number of pages | 228 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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