
The Enchanted Bay
Tales and Legends from Ernie O'Malley's Irish Folklore Collection
- 256 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
The Enchanted Bay
Tales and Legends from Ernie O'Malley's Irish Folklore Collection
About this book
It is a little-known fact that Ernie O'Malley, renowned for his role in Ireland's revolutionary struggle, was also a passionate collector of Irish folklore.
Centred on O'Malley's native Clew Bay and its environs and transcribed by his son Cormac, The Enchanted Bay is a rich tapestry of tales that showcases the enduring power of the oral tradition in Ireland. From the entertaining exploits of the Gobán Saor, mythical master builder, to the Clare Island man who married a selkie, this collection offers a glimpse into the heart of Irish storytelling.
A testament to O'Malley's multifaceted legacy, several of the stories in this compilation were gathered while he travelled Ireland as an IRA organiser. The insights he gained through folklore collecting would later inform his ambitious project of recording testimonies from former comrades, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure in the preservation of Irish history and culture.
The tales in these pages maintain the unique voices of local communities, conjuring an arcane, fascinating world that is slipping further from memory.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Author Bio
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Maps
- Preface
- Reflections
- 1. Tales of the Supernatural
- 2. Lore of the Sea
- 3. Heroic Tales and Anecdotes
- 4. Religious Tales and Legends
- 5. Historical Tradition
- 6. Rural Life and Tradition
- Afterword
- Editorial Notes
- Biographical Notes on Storytellers/Informants
- Acknowledgements
- Endnotes
- Index