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Jane Wilde

    Jane Wilde, writing under the pen name "Speranza," was an Irish poet deeply invested in the nationalist movement. She dedicated significant effort to gathering and preserving Irish fairy tales, playing a crucial role in collecting this folklore. Her work embodies a profound connection to Irish culture and heritage. Wilde was also the mother of the renowned playwright Oscar Wilde.

    Irland und seine Legenden von heiligen Quellen, Steinen und Bäumen
    Folk Medicine, Plant Lore, and Healing Plants
    Irish Myths and Legends
    Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland
    • 2024

      Irish Myths and Legends

      Ancient Legends of Gods, Goddesses and Otherworldly Folk

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Featuring retellings of timeless Irish tales, this luxurious collection showcases the work of renowned folklorists like Lady Wilde and Jeremiah Curtin. Each story has been carefully curated to preserve its cultural heritage, while the edition itself is elegantly designed with gold embossing, vibrant endpapers, and stencilled page edges, making it a visually stunning addition to any bookshelf.

      Irish Myths and Legends
    • 2021

      Featuring over 100 enchanting tales, this deluxe hardback edition highlights Lady Jane Wilde's dedication to preserving Irish culture through folklore. As the mother of Oscar Wilde and a skilled folklorist, she recorded captivating myths, rituals, and beliefs, showcasing the mystical superstitions of the Irish peasantry. Accompanied by classic illustrations from Stephen Reid, the collection includes stories of fairies, leprechauns, and other magical beings, all reflecting the rich tapestry of Irish heritage.

      Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland
    • 2010

      This fascinating book deserves a place on the bookshelf of anybody with an interest in natural healing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

      Folk Medicine, Plant Lore, and Healing Plants