Wolf-Men and Water Hounds : The Myths, Monsters and Magic of Ireland

Uncover the secrets of our island in this engrossing look at magical landmarks across the country. Travelling province by province through Ireland, ManchA�n outlines the stories most closely associated with each site, focussing on a specific beast or creature from legend and highlighting a magical word or phrase in Irish alongside. A�Discover the dobharchA� or water hound of Achill Island; the enchanted sow Cailcheir of Sligo�_Ts Keash Caves; the Burren�_Ts ollphAcist or great serpent; the CaorA�nach or hairy worm of Lough Derg; the one-eyed salmon of Ballyshannon; and the man wolves of Ossory, County Kilkenny,A�amongst many others. This stunning gift book is a feast for the eyes for ManchA�n fans of all ages. A�