Author: Fiona Collins
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750962054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The county borough of Wrexham is rich in folklore, with an abundance of tales to capture the wonders of the Welsh landscape and all its denizens, both real and imaginary: animal, human and even superhuman. This collection, which includes both traditional tales – passed down through generations by word of mouth – and archive material, brings to life the local legends, mysteries and stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things that make Wales so magical. A speaker of both languages of Wales, the author has collected some unusual material sure to enchant both Welsh and non Welsh speakers. Beautifully illustrated by local artist Ed Fisher, these tales bring to life the ancient wisdom of Wrexham.
Wrexham County Folk Tales
Author: Fiona Collins
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750962054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The county borough of Wrexham is rich in folklore, with an abundance of tales to capture the wonders of the Welsh landscape and all its denizens, both real and imaginary: animal, human and even superhuman. This collection, which includes both traditional tales – passed down through generations by word of mouth – and archive material, brings to life the local legends, mysteries and stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things that make Wales so magical. A speaker of both languages of Wales, the author has collected some unusual material sure to enchant both Welsh and non Welsh speakers. Beautifully illustrated by local artist Ed Fisher, these tales bring to life the ancient wisdom of Wrexham.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750962054
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The county borough of Wrexham is rich in folklore, with an abundance of tales to capture the wonders of the Welsh landscape and all its denizens, both real and imaginary: animal, human and even superhuman. This collection, which includes both traditional tales – passed down through generations by word of mouth – and archive material, brings to life the local legends, mysteries and stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things that make Wales so magical. A speaker of both languages of Wales, the author has collected some unusual material sure to enchant both Welsh and non Welsh speakers. Beautifully illustrated by local artist Ed Fisher, these tales bring to life the ancient wisdom of Wrexham.
Welsh Folk Tales
Author: Peter Stevenson
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750981903
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
This book, a selection of folk tales, true tales, tall tales, myths, gossip, legends and memories, celebrates and honours unique Welsh stories. Some are well known, others from forgotten manuscripts or out-of-print volumes, and some are contemporary oral tales. They reflect the diverse tradition of storytelling, and the many meanings of ‘chwedlau’. If someone says, ‘Chwedl Cymraeg?’ they are asking, ‘Do you speak Welsh?’ and ‘Do you tell a tale in Welsh?’ Here is the root of storytelling, or ‘chwedleua’, in Wales. It is part of conversation.This book, one to linger over and to treasure, keeps these ancient tales alive by retelling them for a new audience.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750981903
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
This book, a selection of folk tales, true tales, tall tales, myths, gossip, legends and memories, celebrates and honours unique Welsh stories. Some are well known, others from forgotten manuscripts or out-of-print volumes, and some are contemporary oral tales. They reflect the diverse tradition of storytelling, and the many meanings of ‘chwedlau’. If someone says, ‘Chwedl Cymraeg?’ they are asking, ‘Do you speak Welsh?’ and ‘Do you tell a tale in Welsh?’ Here is the root of storytelling, or ‘chwedleua’, in Wales. It is part of conversation.This book, one to linger over and to treasure, keeps these ancient tales alive by retelling them for a new audience.
An Introduction to Storytelling
Author: Christine Willison
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750988584
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Where do stories come from, and how do we come to know them? Daughters listen with wonder to their grandmothers' tales. Journalists have their trusted sources. Writers of storybooks draw unconsciously from the works of their predecessors. It is as if every story has within it an infallible truth, contained in the echo of its original telling. The storyteller recounts the tale. The listener hears, learns and remembers. In due course they will retell the same tale, adding in something of their own. And so listeners in time turn into storytellers. This inspiring book brings together the stories from across the world of listeners who themselves became storytellers. They reveal who influenced them the most, what drew them further in, what they learnt, and what they now wish to share with new generations. Tips, tools and tales: read this book, and take your turn.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0750988584
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Where do stories come from, and how do we come to know them? Daughters listen with wonder to their grandmothers' tales. Journalists have their trusted sources. Writers of storybooks draw unconsciously from the works of their predecessors. It is as if every story has within it an infallible truth, contained in the echo of its original telling. The storyteller recounts the tale. The listener hears, learns and remembers. In due course they will retell the same tale, adding in something of their own. And so listeners in time turn into storytellers. This inspiring book brings together the stories from across the world of listeners who themselves became storytellers. They reveal who influenced them the most, what drew them further in, what they learnt, and what they now wish to share with new generations. Tips, tools and tales: read this book, and take your turn.
Secret Wrexham
Author: John Idris Jones
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445677016
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Explore Wrexham's secret hidden history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN: 1445677016
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Explore Wrexham's secret hidden history through a fascinating selection of stories, facts and photographs.
Beyond Faery
Author: John T. Kruse
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738766356
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
Behold the Mysteries of the Faery Beasts Beyond the faery realms, all sorts of magical creatures lurk. This book explores the most fearsome beasts that have been known to meddle in human affairs. Renowned faery expert John T. Kruse reveals the secret lives of merfolk, meremaids, river sprites, kelpies, hags, banshees, and many more. These are not the fanciful faeries and kindly beings found in light entertainment. Instead, you will discover hobs, goblins, bogies, and daemon dogs—magical creatures that are more apt to terrify than to help. Beyond Faery shares the features, habits, and history of dozens of these otherworldly beasts, since learning their ways may be just what you need to survive an encounter of your own.
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide
ISBN: 0738766356
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 263
Book Description
Behold the Mysteries of the Faery Beasts Beyond the faery realms, all sorts of magical creatures lurk. This book explores the most fearsome beasts that have been known to meddle in human affairs. Renowned faery expert John T. Kruse reveals the secret lives of merfolk, meremaids, river sprites, kelpies, hags, banshees, and many more. These are not the fanciful faeries and kindly beings found in light entertainment. Instead, you will discover hobs, goblins, bogies, and daemon dogs—magical creatures that are more apt to terrify than to help. Beyond Faery shares the features, habits, and history of dozens of these otherworldly beasts, since learning their ways may be just what you need to survive an encounter of your own.
Welsh Folk-lore: a Collection of the Folk-tales and Legends of North Wales
Author: Elias Owen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
Folklore, an Emerging Discipline
Author: Herbert Halpert
Publisher: St. John's, Nfld. : Department of Folklore, Memorial University of Newfoundland
ISBN:
Category : Folk music
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Publisher: St. John's, Nfld. : Department of Folklore, Memorial University of Newfoundland
ISBN:
Category : Folk music
Languages : en
Pages : 428
Book Description
Willing's Press Guide
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English newspapers
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Coverage of publications outside the UK and in non-English languages expands steadily until, in 1991, it occupies enough of the Guide to require publication in parts.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English newspapers
Languages : en
Pages : 524
Book Description
Coverage of publications outside the UK and in non-English languages expands steadily until, in 1991, it occupies enough of the Guide to require publication in parts.
The Bookseller and the Stationery Trades' Journal
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 696
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Bibliography
Languages : en
Pages : 696
Book Description
The School World
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 552
Book Description