Publisher's Synopsis
Enjoy these regional legends from Portugal, most of which are presented in English for the very first time!
This book retells over one hundred Portuguese legends which are connected to many different regions of the country and usually unknown outside of their respective towns. Whether you're interested in legends from Portugal, local culture or simply looking for a collection of legends you never read before, this book presents you with:
- The true reason why Lisbon's flag features a boat and two crows;
- A curious legend behind the strange name of "Rabo de Peixe";
- The strange coat of arms of "Ericeira", which is almost forgotten nowadays;
- The unsettling truth behind Coimbra's mysterious coat of arms;
- Many now-obscure heroes who gave their names to places around this country;
- Some of the main legends connected to the mysterious name of "Freixo de Espada à Cinta";
- Among many, many other stories connected to big cities and small villages all over this country and its islands.
Most of these legends were never made available in English before, and so they are finally compiled and retold here for everyone who finally wants to learn about these uncommon stories from the country of Camões, Pessoa, Amália and Cristiano Ronaldo!
