Tales for the Telling by Edna O'brien
The Irish are renowned tellers of tales and these twelve enchanting stories of ancient magic, daring deeds, dashing heroes and mythical creatures sparkle with the wit, nonsense and naughtiness of Edna O'Brien's beautifully crafted storytelling.
This is a marriage made in heaven: master storytelling from Edna O'Brien coupled with the signature watercolour style of Michael Foreman* English Association Magazine (Summer issue) *
"There's nothing like a decent sized story tome though, particularly as an early stocking stuffer for Christmas, so it's with exquisite timing that Edna O'Brien and Michael Foreman's awesome "Tales for the Telling: Irish Folk and Fairy Tales" is being reprinted by Palazzo in a fabulous attractive hardback format. Fusing together Michael's gorgeous watercolour illustrations with Edna's wonderful retelling of traditional folk tales, this is definitely a 'keeper' and a book that's destined to be read and re-read." * Read it, Daddy! *
"I've been receiving some lovely books from Palazzo Books recently. These well-presented clothbound hardbacks with lovely illustrations are perfect to build up a collection of books to return to over and over again. This book is no exception. Irish folktales are always mesmerising and the retellings in this collection of 12 stories are excellently done...Many of the illustrations are full page and they perfectly reflect the joy and vivacity of the storytelling. A good representative selection of Irish stories which continues a great storytelling tradition." * Parents in Touch *
"Tales for the Telling by Edna O'Brien (Palazzo, 5+ £16.99) features no dragons, but there are plenty of other strange beasts and fantastic creatures, including giants, leprechauns, fools and fairies. Originally published in 1986, the collection of Irish folk and fairy tales has long been out of print, and its reappearance will delight adults who remember it from their own childhood. The prologue - narrated in idiom by a slurring country storyteller - betrays O'Brien's mischievous intent, and she spares you none of her wit or literary style. This is a really handsome edition too, featuring full-page renderings of Michael Foreman's original watercolour illustrations." * Irish Times *
"There's nothing like a decent sized story tome though, particularly as an early stocking stuffer for Christmas, so it's with exquisite timing that Edna O'Brien and Michael Foreman's awesome "Tales for the Telling: Irish Folk and Fairy Tales" is being reprinted by Palazzo in a fabulous attractive hardback format. Fusing together Michael's gorgeous watercolour illustrations with Edna's wonderful retelling of traditional folk tales, this is definitely a 'keeper' and a book that's destined to be read and re-read." * Read it, Daddy! *
"I've been receiving some lovely books from Palazzo Books recently. These well-presented clothbound hardbacks with lovely illustrations are perfect to build up a collection of books to return to over and over again. This book is no exception. Irish folktales are always mesmerising and the retellings in this collection of 12 stories are excellently done...Many of the illustrations are full page and they perfectly reflect the joy and vivacity of the storytelling. A good representative selection of Irish stories which continues a great storytelling tradition." * Parents in Touch *
"Tales for the Telling by Edna O'Brien (Palazzo, 5+ £16.99) features no dragons, but there are plenty of other strange beasts and fantastic creatures, including giants, leprechauns, fools and fairies. Originally published in 1986, the collection of Irish folk and fairy tales has long been out of print, and its reappearance will delight adults who remember it from their own childhood. The prologue - narrated in idiom by a slurring country storyteller - betrays O'Brien's mischievous intent, and she spares you none of her wit or literary style. This is a really handsome edition too, featuring full-page renderings of Michael Foreman's original watercolour illustrations." * Irish Times *
Edna O'Brien is an Irish playwright, short story writer, novelist and poet. She is the author of The Country Girls, The Light of Evening, Casualties of Peace and Byron in Love, among many other works.
Michael Foreman's numerous books for children have earned him widespread recognition as one of the world's best-loved illustrators. He has worked on a vast range of children's books, and has collaborated with many great authors including Michael Morpurgo and Terry Jones.
Michael Foremanís numerous books for children have earned him widespread recognition as one of the worldís best-loved illustrators. He has worked on a vast range of childrenís books, and has collaborated with many great authors including Michael Morpurgo and Terry Jones.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781786750327 |
| ISBN 10 | 1786750325 |
| Title | Tales for the Telling |
| Author | Edna O'brien |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Palazzo Editions |
| Year published | 2018-05-01 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |