Doreen McBride Boeken

Folk tales from the north of Ireland, selected for children by a professional storyteller

Animal tales full of folklore and magic, chosen for for children aged 7-11

Immerse yourself in the enchanting folklore of County Louth as storyteller Doreen McBride shares a captivating array of local tales. From the tragic romance of Lassara and her harpist to the origins of the River Boyne, each story unveils a rich tapestry of history and myth. Encounter legendary figures like St. Brigid and the Hound of Ulster, alongside whimsical elements such as leprechaun gold and the Salmon of Knowledge. This collection blends humor, passion, and intrigue, inviting readers to explore a vibrant world of Irish storytelling.

Fermanagh's culture, heritage, characters and stories set it apart from the rest of the world. And there are the 'pants', or tall tales, that the locals love to retell, such as the stories about 'educated' Irish pigs who understood three languages, talking horses or the pike who went 'fishing' for squirrels.

The people of Tyrone have the reputation for having 'open hearts and a desire to please' and their folk tales are as varied as their landscape.

A compendium of historical facts and figures, perfect for dipping into. Full of information that will make you say, `I never knew that'

The first book to record the contributions made by Northern Irish people during the Second World War and the affect those contributions had on their lives

A compendium of historical facts and figures, perfect for dipping into, new in paperback

The story of this unique town, containing facts, stories and anecdotes