{"product_id":"darby-ogill-and-the-good-people-herminie-templeton-kavanagh-stories-selected-and-edited-by-brian-mcmanus-9781781177419","title":"Darby O'Gill and the Good People: Herminie Templeton Kavanagh. Stories selected and edited by Brian McManus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eSix brilliant and enthralling stories that depict a nineteenth-century Ireland steeped in the supernatural, where humans and fairies collide. The stories celebrate the friendship between Tipperary farmer Darby OGill and King Brian Connors of the Good People, as well as the Banshee, a career-minded, kind-hearted messenger from the Otherworld. Brian McManus has made changes to the original stories to present them to modern readers at their absolute best, while remaining true to the spirit and intention of Herminie Templeton Kavanagh. The tales are full of charm, wit, and poignancy and will appeal to children of all ages. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 April 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: The Mercier Press Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA captivating tapestry of six extraordinary and mesmerizing stories unfolds, taking place in the enchanting realm of nineteenth-century Ireland. This realm, steeped in the supernatural, teems with the collision of humans and fairies, each determined to triumph over their adversaries and claim the sovereignty to shape their own destinies. Within this captivating landscape, the friendship between Tipperary farmer Darby OGill and King Brian Connors of the Good People blossoms, defying initial perceptions of eternal enmity. As their paths intertwine, they discover that the boundaries that once separated them are mere illusions, forged by circumstances that ultimately unite them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe stories also pay homage to the most formidable fairy among them all, the Banshee. Contrary to popular misconceptions, the Banshee is not a menacing villain but rather a compassionate messenger from the Otherworld, driven by a fierce determination to fulfill her duties. Brian McManus, the talented author, has skillfully adapted these timeless tales to resonate with modern readers, preserving the essence and intent of Herminie Templeton Kavanagh's original works. Within these delightful narratives, brimming with charm, wit, and poignant moments, children of all ages will find themselves captivated by the rich tapestry of Irish folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 198 x 129 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781781177419\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brian McManus","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099928817914,"sku":"9781781177419","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1651834067344_book.jpg?v=1651901691","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/darby-ogill-and-the-good-people-herminie-templeton-kavanagh-stories-selected-and-edited-by-brian-mcmanus-9781781177419","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}