Project Gutenberg 2020-02-18 Public domain in the USA. 926 Wilde, Lady 1821 1896 Ellis, John Fanshawe Speranza Wilde, Francesca Speranza, Lady Wilde, Jane Francesca Elgee, Lady Wilde, Jane Francesca Agnes Ancient legends, Mystic Charms & Superstitions of Ireland With sketches of the Irish past Ancient legends, Mystic Charms and Superstitions of Ireland With sketches of the Irish past Produced by MWS, Les Galloway and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms & Superstitions of Ireland" by Lady Wilde is a collection of folklore and mythological tales compiled in the early 20th century. This volume explores a range of captivating stories drawn from Irish oral traditions, delving into the rich tapestry of superstitions, legends, and the enchanting history of the Irish people. It serves as an exploration of the mystical aspects of Irish culture, featuring a diverse array of characters that include fairies, witches, and the often lovable, yet mischievous, supernatural beings that inhabit the ancient landscape of Ireland. The opening of this work introduces the reader to the profound importance of oral tradition in preserving the essence of Irish folklore. Lady Wilde discusses the development of myths and superstitions, illustrating how they reflect the relationship between the Irish people and their natural and spiritual worlds. The introduction sets the stage for a blend of history and storytelling, suggesting that these legends offer insight into the collective consciousness of a culture that has maintained its stories through generations. The text hints at various themes, including the intertwining of pagan beliefs with Christianity, the quest for knowledge, and the deep-seated connection to the mystical forces that influence everyday life in Ireland. This compelling start invites readers to engage with a world where the supernatural and the mundane coexist harmoniously. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 68.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Folklore -- Ireland Legends -- Ireland GR Text Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore 1012159 2025-07-24T10:34:49.012757 text/html 991815 2024-10-17T16:33:47 text/html 528805 2025-07-24T10:35:02.088581 application/epub+zip 532112 2025-07-24T10:34:50.829627 application/epub+zip 460714 2025-07-24T10:34:49.945646 application/epub+zip 781517 2025-07-24T10:35:09.724540 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 741302 2025-07-24T10:35:00.918666 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 670085 2022-09-27T18:25:50.060598 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 944999 2025-07-24T10:34:46.711694 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 925070 2024-10-17T16:33:47 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 16945 2025-07-24T10:35:09.911593 application/rdf+xml 29685 2025-07-24T10:34:50.081642 image/jpeg 4472 2025-07-24T10:34:50.013720 image/jpeg 455330 2025-07-24T10:34:49.106652 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia