An Druchtin agus an Seilide

The Irish language edition of "The Slug and the Snail" is a gentle allegory about difference, self-acceptance, and different ways of seeing the world. Two slugs travel together until they meet a crow who shows them they have no home. One of the slugs decides to make himself a home and calls himself a snail, but the brothers grow apart and become suspicious of each other. The slug with no shell-house learns to see that the road he travels is his home and asserts his place in the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 02 October 2023
Publisher: Little Island

The Slug and the Snail is a charming Irish language tale that draws inspiration from the rich storytelling tradition of the Irish Travellers. It is a gentle allegory that explores themes of difference, self-acceptance, and diverse perspectives on the world.

Once upon a time, two slugs embarked on a journey together, happy as brothers. Their path took them through lush forests and fields, as they enjoyed the beauty of nature. However, their happiness was short-lived when they encountered a crow who informed them that they had no home.

Feeling ashamed and embarrassed, one of the slugs decided to create a shell-house for himself and called himself a snail. The other slug, feeling left behind, grew distant from his brother and became suspicious of his intentions.

As time passed, the slug with the shell-house became increasingly ashamed of his humble abode. He realized that the very road he traveled was his home, and he should never feel homeless. He learned to embrace his uniqueness and to see himself through the eyes of others, rather than through the judgment of others.

Meanwhile, the happy slug continued to travel, free from the constraints of a shell-house. He no longer sought validation from others but proudly asserted his place in the world. He realized that diversity was a strength, and that each individual had something unique to offer.

The Slug and the Snail teaches us an important lesson about self-acceptance and embracing our differences. It reminds us that we should never be ashamed of who we are, and that we should celebrate our unique qualities and contributions to the world. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Weight: 395g
Dimension: 250 x 200 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915071316