Publisher's Synopsis
Phynodderree and Other Legends of the Isle of Man is a collection of folk tales and legends from the Isle of Man, compiled and retold by Edward Callow. The book features stories about mythical creatures, such as the Phynodderree, a mischievous forest spirit who befriends a farmer and his family, and the Buggane, a giant ogre who terrorizes a village. Other tales include stories about witches, ghosts, and supernatural occurrences. The book provides a fascinating insight into the folklore and traditions of the Isle of Man, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Celtic mythology and folklore. Edward Callow's retellings are engaging and entertaining, making this book an enjoyable read for both adults and children.1882. To rescue from oblivion some of the legends that delighted Mr. Callow's early years, and present them in an entertaining shape before the reader, had long been his wish; and if, by reading them, and interest in, and a desire to visit, the beautiful Isle of Man is created in any who now only know of its existence as an island somewhere in the Irish Sea, he would not have written this book in vain. Contents: Phynodderre, a tale of fairy love; Tom Kewley and the Lannanshee, or the fairy cup of Kirk Malew; King Olave the Second and the great sword Macabuin; Buggane's vow, a legend of St. Trinion's church. Illustrated.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.
