Shetland Folk Tales [electronic resource]
Tulloch, Lawrence2014
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Being separate from the Scottish mainland, the Shetland Isles have a rich and unique tradition of folklore, from selkies to invading giants and Vikings. This book brings together for the first time many tales of the Isles, including The Boy Who Came from the Ground, and Norway's First Troll, among many others. This collection is sure to enthrall and entertain those from the region and anyone who picks up a copy.|The folklore of the North East provides a rich tapestry for the tales within; from Celtic and Pictish origins meet witches, selkies, smugglers, fairies, monsters, despicable rogues, riddles and heroes. Tragic events, spellbinding characters, humour, romance and clever minds are bound together by two well-established storytellers living and working in the city and shire of Aberdeen. Some of the tales in this collection are based on historical fact while others are embedded in myth and legend. All the stories are set against the backdrop of this lovely and varied landscape. Sheena and Grace have both been inspired in their storytelling and singing by the traveller, raconteur and balladeer, Stanley Robertson.
Main title:
Shetland Folk Tales [electronic resource] / Lawrence Tulloch
Author:
Tulloch, Lawrence, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : The History Press, 2014
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1 online resource (1 text file)
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Mode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9780750955461
Language:
English
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BRN:
3916875
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